The Amount of Jargon You Use in a Message Should

question 77

True/False

The amount of jargon you use in a message should reflect your audience's level of familiarity with your topic.

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Definitions:

Disease Model

A framework that understands a disorder or illness as resulting from physiological causes and requiring medical treatment.

Alcohol Dependence

A medical condition characterized by a strong desire to drink alcohol, difficulties in controlling its use, persistent drinking despite harmful consequences, a higher priority given to drinking than to other activities and obligations, increased tolerance, and sometimes a physical withdrawal state.

Neurotransmitter

Biological chemicals that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another in the brain and nervous system, influencing mental health and functioning.

Nonmedical Prescription

The use of prescription drugs without a medical need or prescription, typically for recreational use or abuse.