An appropriate long-term goal/outcome for a recovering substance abuser would be that the client will

A. discuss the addiction with significant others.
B. state an intention to stop using illegal substances.
C. abstain from the use of mood-altering substances.
D. substitute a less-addicting drug for the present drug.


Ans: C. abstain from the use of mood-altering substances.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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