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What are the root causes of becoming an alcoholic? is it genetic?

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Dr. Robert Grindstaff answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Addiction is: transmitted from one to another genetically however environment also plays a significant role in its expression.

Answered 11/16/2014

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