Many adolescents use alcohol for self-medication. How does an adolescent view the benefit of alcohol?
a. Believes it has a stimulant effect
b. Believes it increases alertness
c. Provides a sense of euphoria
d. Provides a defense against depression
ANS: D
Adolescents who abuse alcohol often rely on it as a defense against depression, anxiety, fear, and anger. Alcohol is a depressant and has a sedative effect. Alcohol does not provide a sense of euphoria. It does reduce inhibitions against aggressive behaviors.
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