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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