Genetic and Other Risk Factors for Alcoholism
Suggestive Trends
Goals of Genetic Investigations
Potential Benefits of Genetic Research Programs
Twin Studies: Concordance rates for DSM-III alcohol abuse/alcohol dependence among identical and fraternal twins.
Swedish Adoption Studies
Alcohol Seeking Behavior
Molecular Biol. Properties of P/NP
Sedation
Affect on GABA function (BAC >=.06 g/dL)
Withdrawal/Dependence
Affect on Glutamate Function (BAC ~.02--.2 g/dL)
Tolerance
Identifying Markers of Inherited Vulnerability
Temperament and Behavior
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