A Man Would Be Considered to Have a Pathological Addiction

question 9

Multiple Choice

A man would be considered to have a pathological addiction to alcohol if he:

• A) drinks more than four drinks a day.
• B) suffers from a medical condition caused by his alcohol use.
• C) is caught driving under the influence of alcohol.
• D) regularly gets drunk with his friends on weekends.

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Definitions:

Discontinuous Development

The concept that development occurs in distinct stages that are qualitatively different from each other rather than as a smooth, continuous progression.

Nature

The inherent qualities or characteristics of a person or thing; frequently contrasted with nurture, or environmental influences.

Nurture

The influence of external factors like environment, education, and social experience on the development of an individual.

Operant Conditioning

A behavioral modification approach where the vigor of an activity is changed by applying reinforcements or punishments.