12. Tension reduction and learning theory are strong psychological factors contr

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12. Tension reduction and learning theory are strong psychological factors contributing to substance use 13. Treatment compliance and long-term (permanent) success is high when addicts seek help for substance use disorders. 14. Teens are more likely to experiment with drugs when their parents model the use of drugs to cope with stressful circumstances. 15. Older adults in our society drink alcohol at about the same rates as younger adults, and many middle- aged and older adults begin drinking late in life 4after not drinking when they were younger.

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12. True. Tension reduction and learning theory are psychological factors that contribute to substance use disorder.

13. True. When the addict shows a willingness to change, treatment compliance and long term success is higher.

14. True. Parents act as role models for their children and teens are more likely to experiment with drugs when their parents use them.

15. False. Older adults consume lesser amounts alcohol in comparison to younger adults. The age of onset for alcohol consumption is also lower.

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