Which term describes being free from alcohol or other drugs?

• A. Sober
• B. Remission
• C. Suboxone
• D. Social detox

Answer: (A)

Sober is the term that directly describes being free from alcohol or other drugs. It captures the state of abstinence—the person is not currently using substances—which is exactly what the question is asking. Remission refers to a reduction or disappearance of symptoms of a health condition, not specifically about substance use. Suboxone is a medication used to treat opioid use disorder and to support recovery, but it does not describe a person who is entirely free from all substances. Social detox isn’t a standard term for sustained abstinence; detox generally refers to the withdrawal process, which may be temporary and not the same as remaining sober. So, sober best fits the idea of being free from alcohol or other drugs.