Which of the Following Is Considered a More Serious and Chronic

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered a more serious and chronic condition?

• A) alcohol dependence
• B) alcohol abuse
• C) alcohol consumption
• D) both a and b, as they are synonymous

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Definitions:

Somatic Nervous System

This system is part of the peripheral nervous system that handles voluntary control of body movements via skeletal muscles.

Sympathetic Nervous System

A division of the autonomic nervous system that activates the "fight or flight" response during perceived threats.

Stress

A feeling of emotional or physical tension that can come from any event or thought that makes one feel frustrated, angry, or nervous.

Sexual

Pertaining to, involving, or characteristic of sex, sexual activity, or sexual reproduction in living beings.