7th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Maladaptive Coping Strategies in Addiction
Addiction often stems from the use of maladaptive coping strategies to manage stress, trauma, or negative emotions. Common behaviors include substance use, avoidance, denial, and emotional numbing, which provide temporary relief but exacerbate long-term distress. These patterns hinder healthy problem-solving and perpetuate cycles of dependency. Understanding the root causes of maladaptive coping is essential in addiction treatment. Therapeutic interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), aim to replace these harmful strategies with adaptive ones, like mindfulness, emotional regulation, and effective communication. Encouraging resilience and self-awareness empowers individuals to navigate challenges without resorting to substance use.
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 : What to do when a tragedy strikes
Alphonsus Obayuwana, Triple-H Project LLC, 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 : Genetic decoupling and global regulatory failure in diseases of agency
Denis Larrivee, University of Navarra, Spain
Title : Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde revealed: Tales from the default mode network
Christopher Ashton, TeDDs on Chapel, Centre for Recovery, Canada
Title : An unusual perspective for understanding and preventing bulimia relapse: Unhealthy sibling loyalty
Karen Gail Lewis, Private Practice, United States