The genetics of addiction

Addictions

This video intends to provide informative details concerning our genetics as well as drug dependency, through an enjoyable video clip. Medicine addiction is an issue within virtually every society worldwide. This condition can influence people of any ages regardless of demographic factors such as socioeconomic condition. We try to address just how do our genetics play a role in dependency.

This video clip was developed by McMaster Demystifying Medication trainees Michelle Armstrong, Mohammed Cassim, Tania Namrud, Suraj Brar and also Daniela Carvalho

Copyright McMaster University 2019

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