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7th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures Management
Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures Management
Managing alcohol withdrawal seizures requires prompt medical attention to prevent complications like status epilepticus. These seizures often occur within 6-48 hours after cessation in heavy drinkers due to sudden neurochemical imbalances. Benzodiazepines, such as lorazepam or diazepam, are the mainstay of treatment to stabilize neuronal activity. Adjunct therapies may include magnesium supplementation, thiamine, and IV fluids to address nutritional deficiencies and dehydration. Monitoring in a controlled medical environment is crucial for detecting and managing potential complications. Early intervention and gradual tapering strategies significantly reduce the risk of withdrawal seizures and facilitate safer detoxification.
Committee Members
Frederick J Goldstein
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States
Nile Stanley
University of North Florida, United States
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel
Curry College, United States GAB 2026 Speakers
John Michael Weber
Trauma Healed Life Coach, United States
Denis Larrivee
University of Navarra, Spain
Steve Cohen
Medvesta Hypnosis Healthcare, United States
Andrew Drasen
A Vision of Hope Media, United StatesSubmit your abstract Today
Title : The storm within: Neuropsychological insights into dysregulation and substance use in the adolescent brain
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel, Curry College, United States
Title : Integrating bibliopoetry therapy and digital health technologies for inflammation management: A neuropsychosomatic perspective
Nile Stanley, University of North Florida, United States
Title : Trauma: Till death do us part
John Michael Weber, Trauma Healed Life Coach, United States
Title : Recovery education through synergistic partnerships to address OUD for primary clinical providers (RESPOND)
Erin Miess, Viterbo University, United States
Title : Addiction and the failure of meaning-forming
Jenni Guentcheva, GTI, United States
Title : Beating the blues today
Steve Cohen, Medvesta Hypnosis Healthcare, United States