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:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Research shows a genetic component to alcoholism, and children of alcoholics have a higher likelihood of becoming alcoholics due to genetic and environmental factors. This aligns with scientific understanding.
• Option B: Alcoholism is not a hereditary disease that directly causes brain - related diseases in children. The relationship is more about increased risk, not direct causation of specific brain diseases.
• Option C: Children of alcoholics do not have a higher resistance; in fact, they have a higher risk, so this is incorrect.
• Option D: Children of alcoholics are more likely to develop alcohol - related problems earlier than peers, so this statement is false.

Answer:

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