1. direct correlation-a correlation in which large values of one variable are associated with large values of the other and small with small; the correlation coefficient is between 0 and +1.
The Causes of Alcoholism. 1  Gender: Gender can play a role. Men are more likely to develop alcoholism (this is not to say, however, that there are not alcoholic women, there are). 2  Frequency: As mentioned above another cause of alcohol addiction can be drinking regularly AND above moderate drinking guidelines.
As far as addiction goes, alcohol is more addictive than marijuana. Alcohol use results in somewhat fatal withdrawal symptoms that make it difficult for a person to stop drinking. Marijuana smokers have fewer symptoms of withdrawal difficulties. Not to mention the behavior factor when it comes to alcohol abuse.