The Reciprocal Influence Model of Alcohol Use Suggests That

question 54

Multiple Choice

The reciprocal influence model of alcohol use suggests that

• A) alcoholics are especially intolerant of stress, and thus susceptible to the tension-reducing properties of alcohol.
• B) the final common pathway of alcohol use is motivation.
• C) expectancies of social benefit can influence adolescents to begin or to continue drinking.
• D) marital partners may enable one another to continue drinking.

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personal characteristics and ignore situational factors in judging others' behavior.

Proximity

The physical or psychological closeness between people, which can influence attraction and social relations.

Altruistic Behavior

Actions taken to benefit others without expectation of reward or recognition, often at a cost to oneself.

Helping

The act of providing assistance or support to others, often to improve their situation or alleviate distress.