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What Causes Addiction A complex disease influenced by: • Genetics (50% increased risk when parent or grandparent was addicted) • Changes to “brain chemistry” and dopamine production effecting mood and cravings/urges • Ineffective or unhealthy coping skills • Social routines or pressure
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What Causes Addiction A complex disease influenced by:
• Genetics (50% increased risk when parent or grandparent was addicted)
• Changes to “brain chemistry” and dopamine production effecting mood and cravings/urges
• Ineffective or unhealthy coping skills
• Social routines or pressure