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An overview of the genetics of substance use disorders

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Abstract

Twin, family, and adoption studies show that genetic factors play a significant role in vulnerability to becoming addicted to drugs. Through a combination of genetic approaches, the variant alleles responsible for interindividual differences in susceptibility to addiction are being uncovered.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)133-143
Number of pages11
JournalCurrent psychiatry reports
Volume8
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 2006

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Psychiatry and Mental health

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