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According to the life-process model of addiction, addiction is viewed as
A habitual response and source of gratification
Who originated and advocated the life-process model of addiction?
Stanton Peele
What is the main difference between the life-process model and the disease model of addiction?
The life-process model emphasizes individual agency, while the disease model sees addiction as uncontrollable
What do proponents of the life-process model argue regarding unitary biological mechanisms?
They believe unitary biological mechanisms cannot account for addictive behavior
What does the life-process model emphasize as key factors in overcoming addiction?
Coping mechanisms
Test your knowledge on the Life-Process Model of Addiction! Explore the concept that addiction is not a disease, but rather a habitual response influenced by social relationships and experiences. Challenge your understanding of this alternative perspective to the traditional disease model of addiction.
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