1-49.The Tension-Reduction Model of Alcoholism

question 64

Multiple Choice

1-49.The tension-reduction model of alcoholism

• A)does not explain why some excessive drinkers are able to maintain control over their drinking while others are not.
• B)suggests that alcoholism is environmentally determined.
• C)proposes that alcoholism is an incurable disease.
• D)provides an explanation for the role that personality traits play in the development of alcohol abuse.

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Definitions:

Machiavellianism

A personality trait characterized by manipulativeness, a lack of morality, and a focus on self-interest and deception.

Trait

A distinguishing characteristic or quality, often used in the context of personality traits.

Emotional Intelligence

A measure of an individual’s ability to recognize, understand, manage, and use emotions intelligently both in oneself and in others.

Self-Aware

Self-Aware describes an individual's conscious knowledge of their own character, feelings, motives, and desires.