Judd Has Been Drinking Heavily for a Number of Years

question 97

Multiple Choice

Judd has been drinking heavily for a number of years. When he is not drinking, he experiences profuse sweating and shakes. This indicates that Judd ________

• A) has an organic impairment.
• B) has withdrawal symptoms when he abstains from alcohol.
• C) cannot be diagnosed with substance dependence.
• D) has developed a tolerance for alcohol.

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Definitions:

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