Regarding aversion therapy, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. Although its use is legal, aversive therapy for alcoholism is considered unethical by the APA.
b. Even though aversive therapy for alcoholism is unpleasant, its long-term benefits justify its use.
c. Commercial aversion programs for alcohol abuse have attracted many willing customers, who volunteer for the procedure.
d. The aversive therapy involving response-continent shocks for the treatment of alcohol abuse was pioneered by Roger Vogler and associates.

ANSWER: a

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