A Biopsychosocial Approach to Substance Abuse Would Be Most Likely

question 76

Multiple Choice

A biopsychosocial approach to substance abuse would be most likely to emphasize

• A) the distinction between consciously and unconsciously motivated substance abuse.
• B) the similarities between substance abuse disorders and personality disorders.
• C) the interactive influences of nature and nurture on substance abuse.
• D) that substance abuse is simply a lifestyle choice and not a psychological disorder.

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