All of the following are true with regard to addictions counseling EXCEPT:

A. many people engage in mood-altering behavior to create feelings of euphoria or well-being, or to block out painful events.
B. clients clearly understand the physical and mental effects of alcohol and most drugs.
C. drug taking and alcohol use are behaviors and can therefore be understood and modified.
D. drug/alcohol use will not decrease unless there is an adequate substitute.
E. drug or alcohol abuse can be assessed from the client’s behavior.


ANS: B

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