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Risk Factors and Causes

Post a new topicby contentuser on Wed Dec 19, 2007 11:51 am


Risk Factors and Causes


Genetic, biological, environmental, psychological, and sociocultural factors play a part in alcoholism.



Genetic

Scientists suggest that genetics may play a role in the following:

Increased risk for alcoholism
Increased tolerance
Ongoing craving for alcohol


Genes that may be involved in alcoholism have not been identified. A number of studies of twins and adoptions support the idea that genetics may be involved in alcoholism. In one study, ide...Read the full article

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