Sleep-Related Predictors of Risk for Alcohol Use and Related Problems in Adolescents and Young AdultsTopic Series: Alcohol and Cannabinoids

Brant P. Hasler, Christina T. Schulz, Sarah L. Pedersen

Alcohol use and related problems can contribute to sleep disturbances and disrupted circadian rhythms and vice versa. Both changes in sleep/circadian rhythms and initiation of alcohol use typically occur during adolescence and young adulthood. This ARCR review reports that various sleep/circadian characteristics during adolescence and young adulthood can predict development of alcohol use and/or alcohol use disorder. The authors also explore factors that may influence this relationship and whether sleep treatment can improve alcohol-related outcomes.

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