Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Is the potential for addiction hereditary?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Yes: If your mother was an alcoholic you are 50% more likely to become an alcoholic ; or marry an alcoholic. Sons of alcoholic fathers have similar chances of developing the disease. It is assumed that some of this is due to hereditary issues ; some is learned behavior. It is better to avoid alcohol as much as possible if the disease runs in the family.
Answered 10/12/2013
4.8k views
Thank
Related Questions
People also searched for:
Is drug addiction inherited or is it learned behavior & what's the difference between?
I went to see my aunt today so wonderin what alcohol/drugs cause squirmin n lot more gigglin to she has history of alcohol n dtug addiction please hel?
What causes addiction?
Is addiction a disease?
Can I cure my addiction?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
