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Is Alcoholism Hereditary?

Question by Gnomes are sexy: Is alcoholism hereditary?
My father was an alcoholic, so i want to know if it is more likely i will become one? Kind of a dumb question but i was wondering.  I dont drink and dont plan on it because ive seen what it has done.Can an addictive personality be passed down to? I dont really have one but i was just wondering? Im 15 if it matters.

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Answer by Lia
yes it is….

Answer by Deridovely
According to my health textbook, they’re 4 times more likely to.
(They could just be trying to scare us, that’s school for you)
my Mom’s a horrible alcoholic, I’ve sworn not to either but it still scares me.

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