Although Most Aspects of Parenting Differ Little Between Heterosexual and Homosexual

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Multiple Choice

Although most aspects of parenting differ little between heterosexual and homosexual families, gays and lesbians do have several unique aspects with respect to raising children. Which is NOT one of these unique aspects?

• A)The decision to parent is generally a deliberate choice that reflects a strong commitment to raising children.
• B)Lesbian and gay families are more likely to be affected by loss because relationships are more likely to break up.
• C)Lesbian and gay families must cope with homophobia and discrimination.
• D)Lesbians are less committed to sons than to daughters, and gays are less committed to daughters than sons.
• E)Lesbian and gay families often have a close network of fictive kin that sometimes stand in the place of biological families.

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