Alcohol Abuse Has the Potential to Develop into Substance Abuse

question 50

Multiple Choice

Alcohol abuse has the potential to develop into substance abuse at an alarmingly fast rate and can potentially lead to:

• A) Higher grades because students are less stressed and happier.
• B) A better social life and more fun in college.
• C) The beginning of an addiction that could potentially lead to other risky behaviors such as casual sex.
• D) All of these statements are true.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Therapy

A type of psychotherapy aimed at changing negative patterns of thinking to improve mood and behavior.

Relapse Rate

The frequency at which an individual returns to a previous state or condition after attempting to change it, often used in the context of substance abuse or illness.

Dropout Rate

The percentage of individuals who leave a particular program, course, or institution before completion.

Schizophrenia

A serious psychiatric condition marked by altered cognition, understanding, feelings, communication, identity, and actions.