Which question will best assess the ability of the LGBT older couple to successfully adjust to the challenges of aging?
a. "How long have you been is this relationship?"
b. "Have you experienced prejudice and discrimination in your life?"
c. "As a couple are you financially secure?"
d. "Do you as a couple share similar religious beliefs?"
ANS: B
Some research has suggested that this population may adapt more successfully to old age as a result of successful coping over a lifetime with discrimination and prejudice. While the re-maining options are positive factors, they do not have the same degree on influence on the development of coping skills that the correct option has.
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