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Genetics: Is Alcoholism Hereditary?
While the biological basis of alcoholism is far from completely understood, research now seems to indicate that there is a genetic predisposition passed through families that leaves some more vulnerable to abuse. For anyone with an alcoholic close relative, extra caution must be exhibited when using alcohol.
John Lee · 9/7/2007

Understanding Addiction - What You Need to Know
Want to understand addiction? Here are the straight facts from the American Society of Addiction Medicine.
John Lee · 4/16/2012