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6th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 20-22, 2025 | Orlando, Florida, USA
Cognitive Impairment and Drug Use Disorders
Cognitive Impairment and Drug Use Disorders
Drug use disorders often lead to cognitive impairments, affecting memory, attention, and executive functions. Substances like opioids, stimulants, and alcohol disrupt neural pathways, particularly in the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus. These cognitive deficits hinder decision-making, problem-solving, and impulse control, complicating recovery efforts. Rehabilitation programs frequently include cognitive-behavioral strategies and neurocognitive rehabilitation to address these deficits. Over time, abstinence and supportive therapies can promote neuroplasticity, aiding in cognitive recovery. Recognizing and addressing these impairments early in treatment is vital for fostering long-term recovery and improving quality of life.
Committee Members
Nile Stanley
University of North Florida, United States
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel
Curry College, United States
Denis Larrivee
University of Navarra, Spain GAB 2025 Speakers
Scharbach Hugues
Paris University, France
Alphonsus Obayuwana
Triple-H Project LLC, United States
Malasri Chaudhery Malgeri
Recovery com, United States
Jana Furstova
Palacký University Olomouc, Czech RepublicSubmit your abstract Today
Title : Tailoring biblio-poetry therapies using AI and biofeedback for addiction treatment
Nile Stanley, University of North Florida, United States
Title : The A-B-C of happiness coaching
Alphonsus Obayuwana, Triple-H Project LLC, United States
Title : Clinical pharmacology of marijuana: Update 2024
Frederick J Goldstein, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States
Title : Gangstalking is real, should be studied
Sam Vaknin, Southern Federal University, United Kingdom
Title : Decoding aggression, violence, and substance use in adolescents with conduct disorders: Neurochemical pathways and interventions
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel, Curry College, United States
Title : Integrative addiction and mental health wellness lecture
John Giordano, Life Enhancement Recovery Center, United States