Abstract
Alcohol dependence remains a significant public health challenge, affecting millions globally and contributing to substantial morbidity and mortality. It is associated with multiple health, social and economic consequences. Taking into consideration the important burden of alcohol dependence, this review aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of the risk factors associated with the development of alcohol dependence. Various risk factors are analysed including age, gender, socioeconomic status, predictive factors from childhood, adolescence and young adulthood and comorbid psychiatric disorders. Understanding the multifaceted nature of alcohol dependence and the complexity of various risk factors’ interactions is essential for developing targeted prevention and intervention strategies.
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