Why addiction affects some people but not others
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Many people around the UK drink alcohol moderately and never become addicted to it. The same can be said of some individuals who have experimented with illegal drugs. However, there are thousands of people in Britain struggling every day with addiction to these substances. So why do some people become addicted while others do not?
The reality is that anyone can become addicted. Addiction is not something that happens to just one type of person. It affects men, women, young, old and those from all cultures, religious persuasion, political leanings, sexual orientation, etc. It does not discriminate. Nevertheless, there are a number of factors that are said to increase the risk of developing an addiction. Here are a few examples:
Genetics
It has recently been suggested that family genes can make some individuals more disposed to addiction. But that does not necessarily mean that because a person has a parent who suffered from addiction that he or she will too. It is generally accepte...
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