In what ways do support groups benefit substance abusers? (Select all that apply.)
a. Support groups provide healthy relation-ships.
b. Support groups offer opportunities to practice new coping skills.
c. Support groups decrease stress and anxie-ty.
d. Support groups improve social skills.
e. Provide cathartic opportunities.
A, B, C, D, E
All options are benefits of support groups.
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