The heroin epidemic is fueled by multiple causes, from financial stresses on the Indian family to chaos in almost every state. Family history, genetics and childhood trauma can all predispose a person to drug abuse and make them vulnerable to a heroin addiction.
The presence of genes connected with addiction does not necessarily mean an addiction is guaranteed. The presence of the gene simply means that the behavior is more likely in certain circumstances and conditions. A person’s environment will either trigger the gene for addiction or render it inactive. A loving, supportive environment fills a child or adult with a positive sense of self and well-being. A chaotic, neglectful environment paves the way for the individual to seek relief from their emotional pain.
