7th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Emotional Regulation Strategies in Addiction Recovery
Emotional regulation plays a pivotal role in addiction recovery, as managing emotions can prevent relapse and improve overall well-being. Techniques like mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and emotion-focused therapy (EFT) help individuals identify and manage their emotions without resorting to substance use. These strategies teach mindfulness, allowing individuals to remain present and avoid being overwhelmed by distressing feelings. Additionally, practicing self-compassion and using relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or progressive muscle relaxation, can help reduce stress and anxiety. Emotional regulation empowers individuals to build resilience, providing tools to navigate challenging emotions and maintain long-term sobriety.
Frederick J Goldstein
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States
Nile Stanley
University of North Florida, United States
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel
Curry College and NEALAC Clinic , 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 and NEALAC Clinic , United States
Title : The effect of Balint training on self-efficacy and empathy among medical students and the moderator role of personality traits and choice of specialty
Meni Koslowsky, Ariel University, Israel
Title : Sexualizing anxiety and anxiolytic sex: Misattribution of arousal
Sam Vaknin, Commonwealth Institute of Advanced Professional Studies, United Kingdom
Title : Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde revealed: Tales from the default mode network
Christopher Ashton, TeDDs on Chapel, Centre for Recovery, Canada
Title : Integrating bibliopoetry therapy and digital health technologies for inflammation management: A neuropsychosomatic perspective
Nile Stanley, University of North Florida, United States
Title : Addiction and the failure of meaning-forming
Jenni Guentcheva, GoodNeighbor LLC, United States