In which phase of drinking behavior of an alcoholic would you notice beginning tolerance and being described as a "nonaddicted heavy drinker?"
a. prealcoholic
b. early alcoholic
c. true alcoholic
d. chronic alcoholic
A
During the prealcoholic phase, the individual begins to develop tolerance and is described as a "nonaddicted heavy drinker." The individual drinks because of social motivations and finds that alcohol relieves stress. Over time, the individual needs to increase the amount of alcohol required to relieve stress.
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