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Justin, a 16-Year-Old, Has a Substance-Abuse Problem

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Justin, a 16-year-old, has a substance-abuse problem. According to a research study presented in the textbook, to whom is he most likely to turn for help?


Definitions:

Nyctophobia

An intense fear of darkness or the night, which can cause significant psychological distress.

Paranoia

A mental condition characterized by delusions of persecution, unwarranted jealousy, or exaggerated self-importance, typically elaborated into an organized system.

-noia

A suffix used in psychology to denote types of mental disorders or excessive fears.

Schizophrenic

Relating to schizophrenia, a psychiatric disorder characterized by disruptions in thought processes, perceptions, emotional responsiveness, and social interactions.

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