Gervase Not Only Uses Alcohol in Dangerous Situations and Fails

question 149

Multiple Choice

Gervase not only uses alcohol in dangerous situations and fails to meet his social, financial, and work obligations, but he has also developed a physiological tolerance to alcohol. He spends much of his time intoxicated or in withdrawal and continues to drink despite the problems it causes. What would Gervase likely be diagnosed with?

• A) Alcohol abuse
• B) Alcohol dependence
• C) Alcohol tolerance
• D) Alcohol intoxication

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