Which is the most significant psychosocial factor in the development of alcohol dependency among teens?
A) Promotion of alcohol use
B) Easy way to cope with stress
C) Alcohol is a legal drug.
D) Familial predisposition
A
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The promotion of alcohol use in the United States fosters its use. Commercials, sports events, celebrations, and family holidays promote the use of alcohol and model drinking behaviors to impressionable teens. Because alcohol is a legal drug, it is readily accessible. Using alcohol as a means for coping with stress can lead to dependency. Familial predisposition to develop alcoholism has been supported.
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