7th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Drug-Induced Cognitive Impairments
Drug-induced cognitive impairments occur when substances like alcohol, stimulants, or opioids alter brain function, leading to difficulties in memory, attention, or decision-making. Chronic use disrupts neural pathways, particularly in the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus, responsible for executive functions and memory consolidation. These impairments can hinder daily activities, learning abilities, and social interactions. Cognitive deficits vary by substance and usage patterns but can sometimes persist even after cessation, emphasizing the importance of early intervention. Treatment often includes detoxification, cognitive rehabilitation therapies, and neuroprotective medications to restore brain health. Understanding the mechanisms of drug-induced cognitive impairments aids in developing targeted strategies to mitigate long-term effects and improve the quality of life for affected individuals.
Nile Stanley
University of North Florida, United States
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel
Curry College, United States
Edie Raether
NeuroShifts and Wings for Wishes Academy, United States
Sindu Padmanabhan
Bharathiar University, India
Kayla Albers
Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School, United States
Jorja Jamison
Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School, United States
Andrew Drasen
A Vision of Hope Media, United StatesSubmit 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 : The Storm Within: Neuropsychological Insights into Dysregulation and Substance Use in the Adolescent Brain.
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel, Curry College, United States
Title : Sexualizing anxiety and anxiolytic sex: Misattribution of arousal
Sam Vaknin, CIAPS, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Title : Creative exploration of the complexity of the pre-lapse experience in the addict to add retrospective insight
Eric A Kreuter, Cornerstone of Rhinebeck, United States
Title : Resilience in counseling: Processing grief for the addictions counselor
Jorja Jamison, Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School, United States
Title : Resilience in counseling: Processing grief for the addictions counselor
Kayla Albers, Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School, United States