One reason for the extreme persistence of addictive behaviors is that:

A) the substance increases the release of serotonin in the occipital cortex.
B) the longer someone uses a substance, the greater pleasure it provides.
C) the person learns to use the substance to relieve internal distress.
D) the person fails to understand how much harm the addiction is causing.

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Maria Cornett · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Addictive behaviors are often used as a coping mechanism to deal with internal distress, such as anxiety or depression. This results in the person learning to rely on the substance or behavior to alleviate their emotional pain, creating a cycle of addiction. Over time, the addiction becomes more entrenched as the person's brain chemistry and neural pathways change to reinforce the addictive behavior. Therapy and treatment can help individuals break this cycle and develop healthier coping strategies.

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