Research on possible familial links to alcohol and drug problems problems use the term _________ for individuals assumed to be at risk for alcohol and other drug dependency due to having at least one biological parent with a similar problem.

a. Probands
b. Vulnerables
c. Markers
d. Endophenotypes


Ans: A

Psychology

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