A Craving for Alcohol Created by Heavy Drinking Is Associated

question 97

Multiple Choice

A craving for alcohol created by heavy drinking is associated with:

• A) staying intoxicated for only short periods.
• B) drinking for pleasure.
• C) staying intoxicated for longer and longer periods.
• D) an increase in dopamine receptors.

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