In Comparison to People with Heterosexual Orientations, Those with Same-Sex

question 117

Multiple Choice

In comparison to people with heterosexual orientations, those with same-sex orientations are more likely to:

• A) be a high school dropout
• B) live in a large city
• C) live in a rural area
• D) be an only child

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Definitions:

Problem-focused Coping

A coping strategy aimed at addressing the root cause of stress or a problem, rather than the symptoms or emotional response to the problem.

Primary Appraisal

An initial evaluation process where an individual assesses the significance of a stressor or threatening event as irrelevant, benign-positive, or stressful.

Type A Personality

A temperament characterized by high levels of competitiveness, impatience, and a strong sense of urgency.

Type B

Describes a personality type that is generally laid back, less stress-prone, and more adaptable to change compared to Type A personality.