May 12, 2026 · The American journal on addictions · DOI: 10.1111/ajad.70173

Risks of alcohol-energy drink co-consumption: Patterns, correlates and psychological outcomes in youth

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This study investigates the prevalence and risk factors associated with the co-consumption of alcohol mixed with energy drinks (AmED) among Spanish adolescents and young adults. The authors aim to compare AmED users to alcohol-only users to identify distinct risk profiles, revealing that AmED users are more likely to engage in polysubstance use and exhibit higher levels of emotional distress and suicidal behavior. The findings suggest that screening for AmED use could aid in identifying youth at greater risk for these negative outcomes, allowing for targeted prevention strategies.

Roberto Secades-Villa, Clara Iza-Fernández, Ángel García-Pérez, Layla Alemán-Moussa, Alba González-Roz

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