Even though she doesn't like her very much, Belinda talks with Josie because it makes her feel less lonely. Belinda is using her interactions with Josie to fulfill her social needs. Belinda is using her interactions with Josie looking for communication not to feel lonely.
The correct answer is a.
The phrase considered worthy of debate is a participial phrase modifying. Issues; the phrase health insurance and the environment is the object of <span>include.</span>