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:

• Option A: Research confirms genetic factors strongly influence alcoholism risk, and children of alcoholics have an elevated likelihood of developing alcoholism, combining genetic and environmental influences.
• Option B: Alcoholism is not classified as a hereditary disease that directly causes brain diseases in children; it is a complex disorder with genetic and environmental components, not a direct cause of other brain diseases.
• Option C: Children of alcoholics do not have higher resistance to alcoholism; they have a higher risk, so this statement is false.
• Option D: Children of alcoholics are more likely, not less, to develop alcohol-related problems earlier than peers, so this is incorrect.

Answer:

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