The Opponent-Process Theory Offers an Explanation of Addiction Because

question 86

Multiple Choice

The opponent-process theory offers an explanation of addiction because:

• A) individual expectations can alter the effects of a drug.
• B) many people experience negative reactions with their first use of a drug.
• C) people eventually experience less of a high and more of a withdrawal reaction.
• D) many people experience both a high and feelings of paranoia with their first drug use.

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Definitions:

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