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Binge drinking (BD) is moderately prevalent in Spain, particularly among young men. Interventions should target young, regular, moderate drinkers, as frequent BD is linked to alcohol abuse or dependence.

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  • Alcohol consumption research
  • Public health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Alcohol research traditionally overlooks Mediterranean countries.
  • Emerging data suggest Mediterranean drinking patterns are shifting towards excessive consumption.
  • This study is the first to analyze binge drinking (BD) and alcohol abuse or dependence (AAD) in a Spanish national sample.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To estimate the prevalence of binge drinking (BD) in Spain.
  • To examine the joint distribution of BD, regular heavy alcohol consumption, and alcohol abuse or dependence (AAD).
  • To analyze BD patterns in a nationally representative adult population.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study (2008-2010) of 9,130 adults (18-64 years).
  • BD defined as ≥80g (men) or ≥60g (women) alcohol in one occasion; ≥3 episodes classified as frequent.
  • AAD assessed using CAGE score (≥2); regular consumption via diet history.

Main Results:

  • Overall BD prevalence: 10% in men, 4.2% in women, highest in 18-24 year olds.
  • Binge drinkers: 61% aged 18-34, >80% moderate regular drinkers, 25% frequent BD, 22.8% AAD.
  • Frequent BD and sporadic BD independently associated with AAD, regardless of regular alcohol intake.

Conclusions:

  • Binge drinking prevalence in Spain is moderately high.
  • Prevention efforts should focus on young men with regular, moderate drinking habits.
  • Interventions need to consider that many binge drinkers do not exhibit AAD traits.