Introduction and Background
Tom Scott is a thirty-three year old man living in Fargo, North Dakota. His case is a point of interest because he is struggling with alcohol addiction and cigarette smoking, he used to take drugs, and has developed a negative attitude towards life and habits that places his wellbeing in jeopardy. Tom’s upbringing was unlike that of most children, particularly those that grew up in stable home environments. From Tom’s family history, it has been learned that he was brought up by a single mother, who was a drunkard and was often physically and emotionally abusive towards him. As a result of his ...
