3. According to the article, addictions to certain behaviors occur when - A. people have no other options to pass the time. B. people repeatedly ignore signs that they are addicted to a behavior. C. people rely on a behavior to relieve their problems or uplift their mood. D. people fail to read reports and research about addiction.

The correct answer is C. people rely on a behavior to relieve their problems or uplift their mood.<br /><br />Addictions to certain behaviors often occur when individuals use those behaviors as a coping mechanism to deal with stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotional issues. They may turn to these behaviors as a way to escape from their problems or to improve their mood temporarily. Over time, this can lead to a reliance on the behavior and a potential addiction.