[manni28]

I don't understand. Wait one whole year. What did she mean by that?

I think adoption is a core "reason" for many addictions, but I also do not discount a genetic predisposition to alcohol and/or drug addictions.

I, for one, drastically limit my social drinking because I am keenly aware of my traits- I tend to go all in or go home, whether it's with food, shopping, smoking, anything- an "addictive personality" per se.

As far as warranting further discussion, someone has to start it, and maybe it's another observation given to you by God. Wow- that's a lot of pressure, lol.

I would imagine these things would make one feel even more isolated from society. A "triple threat" perhaps, in the eyes of society.....

I would be interested to see what you come up with.

As an adoptee I can't agree with your “adoption is the 'core" reason philosophy. For many people, addiction is a genetic disposition. To blame adoption on: low self esteem and feelings of abandonment doesn’t cut it with me. Like you said, and I agree, genetic dispositions plays a huge role in addiction and personalities types.