7th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Sensation-Seeking Behavior in Addictive Disorders
Sensation-seeking behavior, characterized by a desire for novel, intense, or risky experiences, is often linked to the development of addictive disorders. Individuals who engage in sensation-seeking behaviors are more likely to experiment with substances or addictive activities, seeking the high or thrill that comes with them. Neurobiologically, sensation-seeking is associated with increased dopamine activity in the brain, reinforcing the desire for new and stimulating experiences. This behavior is particularly common in adolescents and young adults but can persist into adulthood. Treatment for addiction in individuals with high sensation-seeking traits often includes strategies that reduce the appeal of risky behaviors and provide healthier, rewarding alternatives, such as mindfulness, social connection, and adventure-based therapies.
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