Patients of both PTSD and specific phobias are known to self-medicate with alcohol to deal with the intense fear reactions that characterize their disorder. Based on your understanding of these disorders, which is more likely to lead to alcoholism as a result of this self-medicating behavior?
A. Specific phobias, because fear of being sober in social situations is a common phobia
B. PTSD, because the dysfunctional brain regions associated with PTSD are also linked to impulse control and substance abuse
C. Specific phobias, because their fear reactions are more intense, possibly leading to higher alcohol consumption
D. PTSD, because the high prevalence of cues that trigger fear responses will encourage frequent alcohol consumption
Answer: D
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