What Does the Biologic Model Theory of Substance Abuse Hypothesize

question 9

Multiple Choice

What does the biologic model theory of substance abuse hypothesize? (Select all that apply.)

• A)A predisposition to substance abuse based on a hereditary condition
• B)Alcoholic individuals as fixated at the oral stage of development, needing satisfaction through oral behaviors such as drinking
• C)Genetic aberrations that block feelings of well being, resulting in anxiety, anger, low self esteem, and other negative feelings, leaving a craving for a substance that will suppress the bad feelings
• D)That genes may play a role in alteration of metabolic enzyme systems in the body that enhance or detract from pleasurable responses to chemical substances
• E)That it is a person's choice of whether to use drugs, which drugs to use, how much to use, and to seek treatment for substance abuse