Some of the Best Evidence That We Have So Far

question 92

Multiple Choice

Some of the best evidence that we have so far on the causes of homosexuality is that

• A)homosexuality is a mental illness and needs to be treated accordingly.
• B)homosexuality is primarily a matter of choice and with the right kind of behavioural and attitudinal conditioning the homosexual can become"straight."
• C)homosexuality is caused by an inability of young men and women to identify with their genitals-thus resulting in a confusion of gender identity.
• D)genetic factors and possible prenatal factors likely play a role in the development of sexual orientation,both heterosexuality and homosexuality.

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Definitions:

Encoding

The method of transforming information into a configuration suitable for memory storage.

Automatization

The process by which a skill becomes so practiced that it can be performed with little conscious effort.

Categorization

The cognitive process of organizing objects, ideas, or experiences into groups based on shared characteristics or attributes.

Information Processing Approach

This concept refers to the way humans process information, drawing parallels between the mind's function and computer processes, emphasizing steps such as encoding, storing, and retrieving data.