A person who suffers from alcoholism, who is highly motivated to stop drinking, and who understands the possibly severe consequences of treatment may be prescribed the drug Antabuse. This medication is an example of an ________ treatment for alcoholism.
A)agonist substitution
B)antagonist
C)aversive
D)AA

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Antabuse is an aversive treatment for alcoholism. It works by creating unpleasant physical reactions (such as nausea and vomiting) when alcohol is consumed, which acts as a deterrence for individuals to drink alcohol.

A Person Who Suffers from Alcoholism, Who Is Highly Motivated