Summarize the data on the genetic factors related to alcohol abuse
What will be an ideal response?
• Moderate to high vulnerability for alcohol abuse based on heredity
• Combination of genes and environmental risk
• Sibling concordance for alcohol abuse is high
• Age of first drink is correlated with genetic risk
• Motivation to drink, alcohol sensitivity, amount of alcohol consumed, steady drinking, and eventual dependence are shown to have a genetic link
• Genetics predict whether an individual will become addicted to alcohol or other substances
• Father's use of alcohol is linked to use of alcohol in child, although some studies show mothers also have influence on alcohol use
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