Vulnerability in relation to genetics: Why some brains are more susceptible to addiction

Vulnerability in relation to genetics: Why some brains are more susceptible to addiction

By Artemis Molai Addiction is more likely to develop in certain brains than others. In studies reviewing families and heredity, approximately 50 to 60 percent of opioid use disorder risk is linked to genetics. Instead of genetics directly leading to opioid use disorder, the brain chemistry such as the brain’s reward circuit is impacted. Sharing […] The post Vulnerability in relation to genetics: Why some brains are more susceptible to addiction …