7th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Geriatric Psychiatry: Aging and Cognitive Disorders
As global populations age, the demand for specialized mental health services targeting older adults continues to grow. Geriatric psychiatry: aging and cognitive disorders focuses on conditions such as depression, anxiety, late-life psychosis, and dementia. Age-related changes in brain function, medication metabolism, and social circumstances necessitate tailored assessment and treatment approaches. Loneliness, bereavement, and functional decline are common triggers for psychiatric distress in seniors, often complicating medical comorbidities. Interdisciplinary teams that include psychiatrists, neurologists, gerontologists, and caregivers are essential in providing comprehensive care. Preventive strategies, cognitive stimulation therapies, and caregiver support systems are key elements in improving quality of life and preserving dignity in later life.
John Michael Weber
Open Door Mission in Houston Texas, United States
Frederick J Goldstein
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States
Nile Stanley
University of North Florida, United States
Andrew Drasen
A Vision of Hope Media, United States
Eric Cohen
Livio Labs, United States
John Michael Weber
Open Door Mission in Houston Texas, United States
Denis Larrivee
University of Navarra, SpainSubmit 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 : Reduction of chronic neuropathic pain by a THC-CBD combination capsule: ongoing pilot study
Frederick J Goldstein, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States
Title : Suicide prevention strategies for the law enforcement profession
Stephanie Schweitzer Dixon, SSD Consulting, United States
Title : The twelve steps beyond alcohol: Applying recovery principles to food, perfectionism, and modern behavioral addictions
Mary Dobson, Liftwell Health, United States
Title : Understanding polyvagal dysregulation, addiction, and relationships: A holistic framework for mental health and recovery
Kimberly Lannon, Your Daily Game Face, United States
Title : Kratom: Exploring its pharmacology, mental health effects, and new challenges for addiction and behavioral health experts
Kimberly Lannon, Your Daily Game Face, United States