A random forest analysis identifying important predictors and risk factors among those who reported use of methamphetamine during their last alcohol use: a national analysis between 2021-2023.

Key Points

• The aim is to identify predictors and risk factors for concurrent methamphetamine and alcohol use.
• Used random forest analysis to identify predictors and risk factors.
• Analyzed data from a national sample between 2021-2023.
• Focused on individuals reporting methamphetamine use during their last alcohol use.
• Identified several important predictors and risk factors for methamphetamine and alcohol use.
• Noted a low rate for the outcome of interest, implying the need for further studies.