Author Question: Although it has been shown that alcohol does not have a consistent effect upon stress, people ... (Read 20 times)

robinn137 · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Although it has been shown that alcohol does not have a consistent effect upon stress, people continue to drink as a means to alleviate stress because

a) they expect it to help.
b) others suggest drinking to unwind.
c) drinking is more socially acceptable than consuming other drugs.
d) they are unaware of the severity of life stress they are experiencing.

Question 2

Which of these is an example of the type of stressor that is most likely
to be associated with an adjustment disorder?

a) a spouse dying
b) getting married
c) chronic physical illness
d) witnessing a mass murder