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A gay man is assessed for treatment of a recent addiction to methamphetamine . He has been out for ten years, is comfortable with his sexuality, and has family who are supportive of his seven-year relationship with his partner.
 
  They are all, however, highly concerned
  about his addiction. The practitioner should probably ________.
  A. consider including his partner and family in treatment.
  B. not include his partner or family in treatment and should focus
  on individual-based treatment
  C. refer the client to gay affirmative resources
  D. emphasize the client's sexual orientation in determining
  treatment options

Question 2

Suppose you are a gay man. Your therapist seems to discuss your treatment solely in terms of your sexual orientation. However, when you start to discuss your sexual behavior in more detail, he changes the subject. The therapist is exhibiting ________.
 
  A. gay affirmative practice
  B. gay affirmative action
  C. signs of homophobia
  D. signs of heterosexuality



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C



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