Rita Has Grown Aware of the Fact That Her Alcohol

question 14

Multiple Choice

Rita has grown aware of the fact that her alcohol use is contributing to problems with her health, her work, and her marriage.She has attempted to cut back on her drinking because of this, but cannot seem to reduce her alcohol intake.Rita most likely

• A)is a social drinker.
• B)has no problem with her drinking.
• C)has some sort of alcohol use disorder (AUD).
• D)has none of these.

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