7th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, 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.
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
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 : PIVOT: Predictive intervention for vaping using resonance modeling of oscillatory, psychological, and trigger dynamics
Aadya, Issaquah High School, United States
Title : Beyond the myths: Bipolar disorder, recovery, and the power of compassionate care
Pakesta Washington, Washington Elite Nursing Consultants, United States
Title : Addiction and the failure of meaning-forming
Jenni Guentcheva, GTI, United States