What Is an Underlying Notion That Supports the 12-Step Program

question 17

Multiple Choice

What is an underlying notion that supports the 12-step program of Alcoholics Anonymous?

• A)spiritual ideas about recovery
• B)psychological theories of defense mechanisms
• C)biological evidence of changes accompanying abstinence
• D)scientific evidence of cognitive changes accompanying abstinence

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Definitions:

Social Reference

The use of external sources, such as people or standards, to guide behavior and attitudes.

Legitimate Parent

A parent who has legal recognition as the lawful mother or father of a child, often in the context of marital status or legal acknowledgment.

Identity Diffusion

A state in which an individual has not yet achieved a sense of identity or clear direction in life, often characterized by lack of commitment to goals or values.

Moratorium

A temporary prohibition of activity or suspension of a decision-making process, usually to allow for further discussion or study.