6th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 20-22, 2025 | Orlando, Florida, USA
Compulsive Drug Seeking Behavior
Compulsive drug-seeking behavior is a hallmark of addiction, driven by changes in the brain's reward and stress systems. This behavior persists despite negative consequences, reflecting an overpowering need to obtain and use substances. Neurobiological factors, such as heightened dopamine responses, reinforce the urge to seek drugs, while emotional triggers and environmental cues further exacerbate the cycle. Addressing compulsive behavior involves a combination of therapies, including CBT, which helps individuals identify and modify thought patterns, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) to reduce cravings. A holistic approach targeting both the physiological and psychological aspects is essential to breaking this cycle and supporting recovery.
Nile Stanley
University of North Florida, United States
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel
Curry College, United States
Denis Larrivee
University of Navarra, Spain
Scharbach Hugues
Paris University, France
Alphonsus Obayuwana
Triple-H Project LLC, United States
Jana Furstova
Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic
Alexander Kharibegashvil
Telavi State University, GeorgiaSubmit your abstract Today
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
Title : Step one therapy
Ashton Christopher, Center for Recovery, Canada
Title : Addiction rehabilitation & recovery: Pathways to healing and resilience
Sindu Padmanabhan, Bharathiar University, India
Title : Stress-induced trauma syndrome in Chinese teenagers
Daniel Sun, Westminster Theological Seminary, United States
Title : Tailoring biblio-poetry therapies using AI and biofeedback for addiction treatment
Nile Stanley, University of North Florida, United States