7th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Hypersensitivity in Substance Dependence
Hypersensitivity in substance dependence refers to an exaggerated response of the brain's reward system to substance-related cues, often resulting in cravings and relapse. This phenomenon is linked to neuroadaptations caused by prolonged substance use, where normal stimuli become less rewarding while substance-related stimuli become overly significant. Common signs include heightened emotional reactions, physical sensitivity, and amplified cravings when exposed to triggers. Addressing hypersensitivity involves cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify and manage triggers, pharmacotherapy to stabilize neural pathways, and mindfulness practices to regulate emotional responses. Understanding hypersensitivity is crucial for creating targeted relapse prevention strategies, as it highlights the importance of addressing both environmental and neurological components of addiction.
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