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Is alcoholism genetic?

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Addiction is a chronic disease of the brain, affecting the reward and motivation centers, and for decades, scientists have argued about the genetic and hereditary components of addiction. Alcohol use disorder, the medical term for alcoholism and alcohol abuse, has been linked to some specific genes. read more

NIAAA has funded the Collaborative Studies on Genetics of Alcoholism (COGA) since 1989, with the goal of identifying the specific genes that influence alcohol use disorder. In addition, NIAAA funds investigators’ research in this important field, and also has an in-house research emphasis on the interaction of genes and the environment. read more

Genetics of Alcoholism Those who have a family history of alcoholism have a higher risk of developing a drinking problem. Studies show that alcoholism is approximately 50 percent attributable to genetics. read more

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) often seems to run in families, and we may hear about scientific studies of an “alcoholism gene.” Genetics certainly influence our likelihood of developing AUD, but the story isn’t so simple. read more

If you have a genetic risk of developing an alcohol addiction and have exhibited signs of this disorder, it’s important to seek treatment as soon as possible. Counseling and support can help tackle social factors that could contribute to an alcohol problem in the future. read more

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Genetics of Alcoholism
www.addictioncenter.com

Is Alcoholism Genetic? Causes of Alcohol Addiction
www.elementsbehavioralhealth.com

Is Alcoholism Hereditary or Genetic?
americanaddictioncenters.org