Question

which of the following statements is true about the relationship between alcoholism and genetics?
a. alcoholism is strongly tied to genetics, and children of alcoholics are more likely to become alcoholics themselves
b. alcoholism is considered a hereditary disease that causes children to have several brain - related diseases.
c. alcoholism is often called a hereditary disease, yet children of alcoholics have a higher resistance to alcoholism.
d. although alcoholism is tied to genetics, children of alcoholics rarely develop problems with alcohol earlier than their peers.
please select the best answer from the choices provided
a
b
c

Explanation:

Alcoholism has a genetic component. Research shows that children of alcoholics are at a higher risk of becoming alcoholics themselves.

• Option B is incorrect as alcoholism is not a disease that directly causes children to have several brain - related diseases in the way described.
• Option C is wrong because children of alcoholics do not have higher resistance to alcoholism.
• Option D is incorrect as children of alcoholics are more likely to develop problems with alcohol earlier than their peers.

Answer:

A. Alcoholism is strongly tied to genetics, and children of alcoholics are more likely to become alcoholics themselves