Kevin Has a Desire to Cut Back on His Use

question 8

Multiple Choice

Kevin has a desire to cut back on his use of alcohol, but he has failed in his efforts to do so. He spends an inordinate amount of time trying to obtain alcohol, using it, or recovering from its effects. Determine the severity indicator of his case.

• A) Mild
• B) Moderate
• C) Severe
• D) Indeterminate

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Definitions:

Overgeneralization

A cognitive distortion where a person applies one experience or rule too broadly, leading to inaccurate conclusions.

Selective Thinking

A cognitive bias that involves focusing only on information that confirms one’s preconceptions, ignoring evidence that contradicts them.

Cognitive-Behavioral

A psychological approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions through a goal-oriented, systematic process.

Illogical Cognitions

Refers to thoughts or thought processes that are not based on logic or sound reasoning.