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Why are people so quick to assume the motivations of others for a basic comment?

Posting form this position - Psychopharmacology and neuroscience research to post graduate level. I'm not keen to see a genetic explanation, i'm keen to see the results of research into this area because then we can discuss the extent biology plays a role in relation to socio-economical factors.

There is some research suggesting opiate addicts could be compensating for a dysregualted endogenous opiate system through substance abuse. There is similar work for dopamine with smoking. Looking at things this way could change the way interventions are offered and also potentially reduce stigma for some of those who have addictions.

Some interesting links that have likely already been shared on HN for both socio-economical and biological theories:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rat_Park

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41380-018-0117-2