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What is a long-term emotional benefit to quitting alcohol or drug use?


Improved ability to handle stress

Decreased chances of sadness

Increased hyperactivity and energy

Decreased sensitivity or hurt feelings

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improved ability to handle stress

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The correct answer is - increased ability to handle stress.

Explanation:

Alcohol and several drugs cause to increase in cortisol level by releasing it which changes the chemistry of the brain and rests it which causes addiction. Alcohol shifts the hormonal level and alters the ability of the body to perceives stress and response stress.

After quitting the alcohol or drug would lead to the improvement in the ability to handle stress however initially it starts with the withdrawal symptoms however for the long term it is beneficial.

Thus, the correct answer is - increased ability to handle stress.

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