7th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Addiction-Related Cognitive Deficits
Addiction can cause significant cognitive impairments, including memory loss, impaired judgment, and reduced executive functioning. Chronic substance use alters neural pathways, particularly in the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus, which are critical for decision-making and learning. These deficits hinder an individual’s ability to make rational choices, resist cravings, and maintain recovery. Cognitive rehabilitation, involving exercises to enhance memory, attention, and problem-solving, is an integral part of treatment. Combining pharmacological interventions with therapies like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can restore cognitive functions over time. Early intervention is crucial to mitigating long-term cognitive damage associated with addiction.
John Michael Weber
Open Door Mission in Houston Texas, United States
Frederick J Goldstein
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States
Nile Stanley
University of North Florida, United States
Andrew Drasen
A Vision of Hope Media, United States
Eric Cohen
Livio Labs, United States
John Michael Weber
Open Door Mission in Houston Texas, United States
Denis Larrivee
University of Navarra, SpainSubmit your abstract Today
Title : Integrating bibliopoetry therapy and digital health technologies for inflammation management: A neuropsychosomatic perspective
Nile Stanley, University of North Florida, United States
Title : Reduction of chronic neuropathic pain by a THC-CBD combination capsule: ongoing pilot study
Frederick J Goldstein, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States
Title : Suicide prevention strategies for the law enforcement profession
Stephanie Schweitzer Dixon, SSD Consulting, United States
Title : The twelve steps beyond alcohol: Applying recovery principles to food, perfectionism, and modern behavioral addictions
Mary Dobson, Liftwell Health, United States
Title : Understanding polyvagal dysregulation, addiction, and relationships: A holistic framework for mental health and recovery
Kimberly Lannon, Your Daily Game Face, United States
Title : Kratom: Exploring its pharmacology, mental health effects, and new challenges for addiction and behavioral health experts
Kimberly Lannon, Your Daily Game Face, United States