6th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 20-22, 2025 | Orlando, Florida, USA
Gender Differences in Substance Use and Addiction
The relationship between gender and substance use disorders (SUDs) is complex, with distinct patterns emerging for men and women. Men are more likely to engage in risky drug use behaviors, whereas women often face unique challenges, such as a higher susceptibility to co-occurring mental health disorders like anxiety or depression, which can exacerbate addiction. Women also tend to face greater barriers to accessing treatment, such as childcare responsibilities or societal stigma. Additionally, women may be more vulnerable to the emotional aspects of addiction, using substances to cope with trauma or stress. Gender-sensitive treatments that address these specific needs have shown to improve recovery outcomes, offering a more tailored and effective approach.
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 : 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