Genomic screen finds similar chromosome locations for drug dependence and body mass index suggesting that drug abuse and obesity may have genetic links. See Ehlers et al. Genes, Brain and Behavior Mar;6(2):184-91. 2007.

ADH1B*3 variation in individuals of African descent is associated with protection from the development of alcohol dependence, however, the same variation can increase the risk of liver disease if these individuals choose to drink. See Ehlers et al. Alcohol: Clin Exp Res, 31(2) 216-220, 2007

Brain wave measures identify potential neurologic sequelae of underage drinking and drug abuse. See Ehlers et al. Neurotoxicology and teratology 29(1):153-163, 2007.

Dynorphin / kappa-opioid systems recruited during the transition to ethanol dependence are associated with excessive alcohol intake. See Walker et al., (2007). Neuropsychopharmacology, doi: 10.1038/sj.npp.1301438.

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