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How Is Addiction Inherited?

There is evidence that addiction can have a genetic component, meaning that a person may have an increased risk of developing an addiction if they have a family history of addiction. Studies suggest that genetic factors may be responsible for 40-60% of a person’s susceptibility to addiction. However, genetics is not the only factor that … Continue reading How Is Addiction Inherited?