The Major Difference Between an Individual Who Uses Cocaine Weekly

question 107

Multiple Choice

The major difference between an individual who uses cocaine weekly and tried to stop and can't and an individual that skydives weekly and can't stop is that:

• A) they both have a bad habit and can't stop it.
• B) the first individual is experiencing a pathological addiction, while the second individual is experiencing a behavioral addiction.
• C) both individuals are seeking a "high," but the skydiver isn't worried about becoming addicted.
• D) There is no difference-both individuals are suffering from a type of dysfunction.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Coping

The idea that beliefs play a central role in helping people cope with and recover from misfortunes.

Dual Attitude Theory

A psychological concept suggesting that people can hold two different evaluations (positive and negative) about the same object at the same time.

Downward Comparison

The act of comparing oneself to people who are worse off.

Upward Comparison

The act of comparing oneself to people who are better off.