Which of the Following Is a Common Problem for Aging

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common problem for aging homosexuals?

• A) They have difficulty maintaining relationships as their physical attractiveness fades.
• B) They may have poor relations with their family of origin.
• C) They feel the stigma of age more intensely than do heterosexuals.
• D) They have trouble dealing with reductions in sexual activity.

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Definitions:

Physiological Factors

Biological aspects that influence an individual's physical health and psychological state, such as genetic predispositions, brain chemistry, and hormone levels.

Objective

Uninfluenced by personal feelings or opinions in considering and representing facts; impartial and factual.

Perception

The process by which individuals organize and interpret their sensory impressions to give meaning to their environment.

Solitude

The state of being alone, often by choice, allowing for self-reflection, introspection, or personal development.