All but which of the following is true about “abstinence violation effect” (AVE)?

a. The drinker who yields to temptation and resumes the use of alcohol experiences cognitive dissonance with his or her goals of abstinence.
b. AVEs may increase guilt
c. AVEs may increase self-efficacy
d. AVEs may lower attributions of internal control


Ans: C

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