Denis Larrivee, Loyola University Chicago, United States
Impaired self recognition and action execution feature prominently in schizophrenia, as well as in several other cognitive diseases. Though identified as a diseases of agency, the etiology of schizophrenia, in particular, has remained obscure. Whole genome studies have thus far f [....] » Read More
Title : Shadows unveiled: The interplay between adolescent Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Substance Use Disorders (SUD)
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel, Curry College & NEALAC Clinic, United States
This presentation unravels the intricate relationship between Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Youth Substance Use Disorders (SUD), revealing the shadows that obscure their interconnected challenges. Adolescents navigating the confluence of TBI and SUD often face a complex web of [....] » Read More
Title : Neurobiology of addiction
Meera Vaswani, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), India
Drug addiction can be considered a chronic brain disease that affects neurotransmission between neuronal circuits, control behaviour, emotion and cognition. It is characterised by an excessive engagement in drug use, unsuccessful attempts in controlling drug intake, an increase i [....] » Read More
Title : The edo questionnaire (aka PISA Scale)
Alphonsus Obayuwana, Triple-H Project LLC, United States
The most important information about any client or patient is the PHI, (Personal Happiness Index). Like temperature, pulse, or BP, PHI is a true "vital sign" and the tool needed for determining it is the Edo Questionnaire (aka PISA Scale). The Edo Questionnaire is a [....] » Read More
Title : Restoring the wisdom of the nervous system through brainspotting, trauma healing and addiction recovery
Andrew Susskind, Private Practice, United States
In this workshop, attendees will learn how Brainspotting offers individuals with a history of addictive, compulsive behaviors the ability to observe their nervous systems with curiosity and non-judgment. Because addiction is often rooted in attachment ruptures and brokenheartedne [....] » Read More
Title : Treating the triggers: The effects of exposure response prevention on reducing addictive cravings
Robert DeLetis, Innovative Treatments, LLC, United States
Exposure Response Prevention is a behavior therapy technology that reduces a person’s pre-disposition to respond to a set of stimuli. For example, ERP has been used to treat phobias and compulsions by exposing the person to the phobic situation or thing (stimuli set) [....] » Read More
Title : Prescription stimulant use and misuse among nursing students: A survey study
Sandra M Estes, The University of Alabama, Capstone College of Nursing, United States
Background: Substance Use Disorder (SUD) continues to be a serious public health burden associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Prevalence of prescription stimulant misuse ranges from 8% to 10.4% in the nursing student population. This study was designed to address the [....] » Read More
Title : Helping those who suffer from binge eating disorder gain recovery by obtaining peace with food and emotions, in addition to psychotherapy, meds and a nutritionist
Ronni Robinson, Eating Disorder Recovery Coach & Author, United States
Binge eating disorder (BED) affects roughly 2.8 million adults in the United States. Between binge eating, bulimia, and anorexia, binge eating has the highest prevalence among Americans who suffer from an eating disorder. The audience will learn the signs to look for and that eve [....] » Read More
Title : Transforming life crises. Building resilience and promoting posttraumatic growth in addiction and dependence
Joyce Mikal Flynn, Sacramento State University, United States
Individuals experience crisis when their estimation of resources needed to successfully manage traumatic situations such as addiction and dependency is greater than their perception of resources available. Some recovery models are limited in their perspective on enhanced outcomes [....] » Read More
Title : Exploring cultural dynamics of black asian ethnic women in addiction recovery
Shinasa Shahid, University of Derby, United Kingdom
The existing recovery capital literature primarily focuses on white males. This study aims to fill this gap by exploring addiction recovery among three culturally diverse UK women, utilizing CHIME-D and recovery capital frameworks. It seeks to compare their recovery paths, combin [....] » Read More
Title : Fire's addiction
Hugues Scharbach, National Expert hon., Paris University, France
Fire addiction is enough frequent. The attraction of making fire spring forth is multifaceted and can be found at all ages. We had even to realize a forensic expertise of a young boy, who was fascinated by lighters, by rubbing the knob for ignition, make the flame emerge and who [....] » Read More
Title : Community-based management of mild to moderate alcohol addiction in Gadchiroli, India
Aarti Amrut Bang, Society for Education, Action and Research in Community Health, India
Introduction: 7% of Indian men drink alcohol in a harmful or dependent pattern. At that rate, an estimated 33 million males suffer from alcohol addiction. Moreover, Indian males drink frequently and heavily. More than 50% of them are binge drinkers. Institutional de-addiction for [....] » Read More
Title : Neurochemical theory of epilepsy and mental diseases pathogenesis. Role of the blood-brain barrier
Alexander Kharibegashvil, Telavi State University, Georgia
Background and Aims: In epileptology and psychiatry, a huge layer of clinical facts have been accumulated, many of which have not received a proper explanation. An attempt to explain some of the clinical manifestations of epilepsy and mental illness is presented. Methods: Cons [....] » Read More
Title : What about care for addict patients in Gabon?
Marie Stella Marehin, Omar Bongo University, Gabon
Gabon has a mental health policy and strategic plan, which have not been implemented to any great extent. It has ratified the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control and the Protocol to eliminate illicit trade in tobacco products. An anti-smoking law was enacted in September [....] » Read More
Title : Symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and depression among Eritrean refugees in Ethiopia: Identifying direct, meditating and moderating predictors from path analysis
Berhanie Getnet Gebresilus, University of Gondar, Ethiopia
Objective: This study aimed at testing the significance of mediating and moderating roles of sense of coherence, adaptive coping styles and social support in the relationship between exposure to trauma and psychological symptoms in a refugee population in sub-Saharan Africa. M [....] » Read More
Title : Depression, anxiety, stress, and associated factors among khat chewers in Amhara Region, Northwest Ethiopia
Seyfe Asrade Atnafie, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia
Individuals with substance use disorder are prone to develop different psychiatric disorders. Substance abuse and associated problems are of current global concern that leads to mental health disorders which contributed about 14% of the global burden of the disease. It has become [....] » Read More
Title : Substance abuse-related hospitalisation burden and patterns: Mental unit, arua regional referral hospital, North Western Uganda
Nyati Annette Queenie, Pincer Training and Research Institute, Uganda
Introduction: Substance abuse is a growing cause of psychiatric hospitalization globally. Uganda is currently experiencing an upsurge of substance abuse most especially among the youth. This study set out to determine burden and patterns of substance abuse related psychiatric adm [....] » Read More
Title : Relation between socio-economic status and mental health of returnee labor migrants from the golf countries in Nepal
Nabin Prasad Joshi, Tribhuvan University, Nepal
This study aims to document the socio-economic and mental health status of migrants returning from Gulf countries, utilizing a quantitative research design to explore the relationship between mental health and socio-economic factors. Standardized tools are employed for measuremen [....] » Read More
Title : The lived experience of navigating alcohol use disorder rehabilitation A: A qualitative study investigating barriers, facilitators, and attitudes among the unsheltered population that influence engagement towards rehabilitation
Katrina Hayes, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, United States
Introduction: Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is highly prevalent among the unhoused population and an estimated 29%-63% of homeless individuals are personally impacted by this disease.2 As the effects of alcohol further perpetuate cycles of homelessness, alcohol rehabilitation in thi [....] » Read More
Title : Who takes on the burden of providing equitable mental healthcare?
Vishakha Choudhary, Yeshiva University, United States
Accessibility has been a trending topic in the mental health sphere. Most of the conversations around the same have been about cultural humility, holding space and meeting the clients where they are. While acknowledging these roles we need to hold as mental health workers, it is [....] » Read More