According to the Tension-Reduction Explanation for Alcoholism

question 94

Multiple Choice

According to the tension-reduction explanation for alcoholism

• A) alcohol's ability to alleviate tension should be enhanced in those with a genetic susceptibility to alcoholism.
• B) all those who experience stress-reduction following alcohol consumption are at an increased risk for alcoholism.
• C) alcoholics drink more as they are under greater stress.
• D) alcoholics do not get "high" when they drink, they merely experience a decrease in negative mood states.

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