In discussing alcoholism as a family problem, the text points out that children and spouses often take over the responsibilities of the addicted parent in order to avoid family crisis. These new patterns

(a) usually work toward alleviating the addict's problems.
(b) help to minimize stress.
(c) will likely encourage the alcoholic to continue drinking and to become less involved with family life.
(d) (a) and (b)


(c)

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