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Assignment:
A brief explanation, including an example, of psychology's historical role in supporting societal ills and misinformation regarding sexual orientation and gender identity. Analyze a type of discrimination that women and/or gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender individuals experience, supporting your analysis with a current example. Finally, explain one way in which psychologists can address and begin to resolve an issue associated with sexism, homophobia, gender bias, or misinformation on these topics.
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