Jane Is an Alcoholic

question 23

Multiple Choice

Jane is an alcoholic.Her experiences are different from those of male alcoholics because she

• A)receives less serious treatment by doctors and therapists.
• B)drinks more on the job.
• C)comes from a family with little history of alcoholism.
• D)became an alcoholic before her husband developed a drinking problem.

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Definitions:

Nonbiological Mother

A female parent who does not share a genetic relationship with her child, often through adoption, surrogacy, or as a step-parent.

Biological Mother

A woman who has given birth to a child, contributing genetically to the offspring's makeup.

Stepfamilies

Families formed when at least one partner in a marriage or committed relationship brings children from a previous union.

Nuclear Families

consist of two parents and their biological or adopted children, living together as a single unit and considered a traditional family structure.