According to Cass, the identity development of gay and lesbian individuals follows which of the following patterns?

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Cass's identity model for gay and lesbian individuals follows a pattern of confusion, followed by tolerance, and finally, synthesis. During the confusion stage, individuals may feel uncertain about their sexuality and experience feelings of isolation and anxiety. Tolerance is characterized by greater self-acceptance and the acceptance of others who are also LGBTQ+. Synthesis involves integrating their LGBTQ+ identity into other aspects of their identity, such as career or family. Therefore, option C, "Confusion to tolerance to synthesis," is the correct answer.

According to Cass, the Identity Development of Gay and Lesbian