That's correct BJ, and the assertion above that the model promotes moderation is incorrect.
The authors say:
To be clear, we are not recommending any substance use whatsoever, and we aren't giving anyone 'permission' to moderate. We have no authority whatsoever to grant or deny permission to do anything. We respect the fact that you make your own choices in life and will do so based on your own judgement regardless of what we say.
pp. 61-62
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