Biology Genetics And Substance Abuse 
Biology, Genetics, and Substance Abuse and Addiction
Leigh Lusignan
Walden University
CPSY 6728-4 Substance Abuse Counseling
Facilitator: Dr. Natalie Spencer
June 13, 2014
Biology, Genetics, and Substance Abuse and Addiction
The relationship between genetics and substance abuse or addiction is a source of some controversy in the field (Walden University, 2014). In this application, I will consider how natural dispositions and genetics may influence substance abuse and addiction and develop a position on the topic. Mistreatment of psychoactive substances is associated with considerable detriments to users and to culture. According to Prescott, Madden, and Stallings (2006), a prospering literary text proposes distinctive differences in impressionability to generate substance-related difficulties; therefore, addiction is affected to a large degree by genetic factors. Genetic influences on substance-related behavior
Prescott, Madden, and Stallings (2006) stated, “Genetic and personal surroundings on substance use and substance use disorders is mentioned in various literatures, including animal models” (p. 474.). Alcoholism is consistently shown to run in families; whereas, tobacco is environmentally and genetically controlled. For example, it has been suggested by Prescott, Madden, and Stallings (2006) exposure determines whether individuals partake in alcohol and tobacco involvement. Smoking cigarettes is influenced by genetic factors. For example, regular smokers and their relatives remain high risk because of the dependence addiction. Furthermore, Prescott, Madden, and Stallings (2006) reference's examinations conclude consequential likeness among biological, but not adoptive blood-relations members. Therefore, “verifying the theory of strong genetic influences on smoking behaviors” must be considered (p. 475). In addition, most gene researchers have utilized diminutive examples and have not investigated nicotine dependence directly but initiated current smoking
Leigh Lusignan
Walden University
CPSY 6728-4 Substance Abuse Counseling
Facilitator: Dr. Natalie Spencer
June 13, 2014
Biology, Genetics, and Substance Abuse and Addiction
The relationship between genetics and substance abuse or addiction is a source of some controversy in the field (Walden University, 2014). In this application, I will consider how natural dispositions and genetics may influence substance abuse and addiction and develop a position on the topic. Mistreatment of psychoactive substances is associated with considerable detriments to users and to culture. According to Prescott, Madden, and Stallings (2006), a prospering literary text proposes distinctive differences in impressionability to generate substance-related difficulties; therefore, addiction is affected to a large degree by genetic factors. Genetic influences on substance-related behavior
Prescott, Madden, and Stallings (2006) stated, “Genetic and personal surroundings on substance use and substance use disorders is mentioned in various literatures, including animal models” (p. 474.). Alcoholism is consistently shown to run in families; whereas, tobacco is environmentally and genetically controlled. For example, it has been suggested by Prescott, Madden, and Stallings (2006) exposure determines whether individuals partake in alcohol and tobacco involvement. Smoking cigarettes is influenced by genetic factors. For example, regular smokers and their relatives remain high risk because of the dependence addiction. Furthermore, Prescott, Madden, and Stallings (2006) reference's examinations conclude consequential likeness among biological, but not adoptive blood-relations members. Therefore, “verifying the theory of strong genetic influences on smoking behaviors” must be considered (p. 475). In addition, most gene researchers have utilized diminutive examples and have not investigated nicotine dependence directly but initiated current smoking
References: Prescott, C. A., Madden, P. A. F., & Stallings, M. C. (2006). Challenges in genetic studies of the etiology of substance use and substance use disorders: Introduction to the special issue. Behavior Genetics, 36(4), 473-482. Stevens, P., & Smith, R. L. (2013). Substance abuse counseling: Theory and practice (5th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.