The Stage of the Plan-Protect Response Cycle That Consumes the Most

question 51

Multiple Choice

The stage of the plan-protect response cycle that consumes the most time is ________.

• A) planning
• B) protection
• C) response
• D) each of the above consumes about the same amount of time

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Definitions:

Abstinence Violation Effect

The abstinence violation effect is a cognitive phenomenon that occurs when a person attempting to maintain abstinence from a substance or behavior violates that abstinence, leading to feelings of failure and potentially increased substance use or problematic behavior.

Physiological Urge

A physiological urge is a strong natural impulse or desire that arises from the body's physical needs or responses, such as hunger, thirst, or the need for sleep.

Addictive Behavior

Actions characterized by an intense desire to repeatedly engage in activities or consume substances despite potential harm.

Major Violations

Serious breaches of rules or laws, which often result in significant penalties or consequences.