According to your textbook, gays and lesbians:
A) are considered by clinical psychologists and psychiatrists to have a sexual disorder.
B) who are comfortable with their sexual orientation are just as well adjusted as are heterosexuals.
C) are more likely to live in rural areas than in urban areas.
D) can easily change their sexual orientation.

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According to the textbook, gays and lesbians who are comfortable with their sexual orientation are just as well adjusted as heterosexuals. This is supported by research that has found no significant difference in psychological well-being between heterosexuals and homosexuals who are accepting of their sexual orientation. Option A is incorrect as clinical psychologists and psychiatrists do not consider sexual orientation as a disorder. Option C is incorrect as studies show that LGBT individuals are more likely to live in urban areas. Option D is incorrect as sexual orientation is not a choice and cannot be changed.

According to Your Textbook, Gays and Lesbians