Part of the psychological explanation for drug abuse has been a presumed __________, a psychological vulnerability resulting from problematic family relationships, inappropriate reinforcement, the lack of healthy role models, contradictory parental expectations, and/or an absence of love and respect.

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The correct term is "addictive personality." This concept suggests that certain psychological vulnerabilities, such as those stemming from problematic family relationships, inappropriate reinforcement, lack of healthy role models, contradictory parental expectations, and/or an absence of love and respect, can make an individual more prone to developing addictions, including drug abuse.

Part of the Psychological Explanation for Drug Abuse Has Been