What is meant by the statement "it was once thought that substance use disorders were self-limiting?"
A)That there were limited treatment options for people with an SUD
B)That only recreational drugs could be attached to a diagnoses of an SUD
C)That it is very easy to diagnose an SUD because there are few specific symptoms
D)That those with an SUD would have a shorter-than-average lifespan

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The statement implies that substance use disorders were believed to naturally lead to a reduction in lifespan, suggesting that these conditions would "limit" themselves by causing premature death in affected individuals.

What Is Meant by the Statement "It Was Once Thought