Predicting persistency of DSM-5 alcohol use disorder and examining drinking patterns of recently remitted persons: a prospective general population study

To establish the 3-year persistency rate of alcohol use disorder (AUD) and its predictors, and to examine drinking patterns of recently remitted persons.






The Netherlands Mental Health Survey and Incidence Study-2 (NEMESIS-2) surveyed a nationally representative sample of adults (aged 18-64) at baseline (response=65.1%) and 3-year follow-up (response=80.4%).






People with AUD at