While taking a university health class,Eugene learns that children of alcoholics often have trouble forming healthy and lasting relationships with other people.Eugene recognizes himself in the pattern of behaviours displayed by these children and decides that he wants to seek help.He asks his professor for a referral and she suggests Al-Anon,a support group for children of alcoholics.Encouraged,Eugene both begins attending Al-Anon meetings and makes an appointment to see a therapist.Eugene is
A) utilizing projective identification.
B) seeking social support.
C) sublimating his problems.
D) trying to reduce controllability.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Eugene is seeking social support by attending Al-Anon meetings and making an appointment to see a therapist. He recognizes that he has a problem and is seeking help from others who have had similar experiences. This type of social support can be helpful in addressing the challenges that arise from being the child of an alcoholic.

While Taking a University Health Class,Eugene Learns That Children of Alcoholics