7th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Sensory Processing Deficits in Addicts
Sensory processing deficits are common among individuals with addiction, affecting their ability to interpret and respond to sensory stimuli. These deficits can manifest as heightened sensitivity or diminished response to environmental cues, potentially exacerbating the addictive cycle. Substances like alcohol, opioids, and stimulants may alter brain circuits responsible for sensory integration, impairing decision-making and emotional regulation. Treatment strategies often include sensory-based therapies such as mindfulness, art therapy, or sensory integration exercises. Addressing sensory processing issues in addiction recovery can enhance coping mechanisms, reduce cravings, and improve overall quality of life. A multidisciplinary approach, combining psychological support and sensory rehabilitation, is crucial for sustainable recovery.
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
John Michael Weber
Open Door Mission in Houston Texas, United States
Denis Larrivee
University of Navarra, Spain
Sam Vaknin
CIAPS, Cambridge, United KingdomSubmit 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 : PIVOT: Predictive intervention for vaping using resonance modeling of oscillatory, psychological, and trigger dynamics
Aadya, Issaquah High School, United States
Title : The storm within: Neuropsychological insights into dysregulation and substance use in the adolescent brain
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel, Curry College, United States
Title : Addiction and the failure of meaning-forming
Jenni Guentcheva, GTI, United States
Title : What to do when a tragedy strikes
Alphonsus Obayuwana, Triple-H Project LLC, United States
Title : Reward deficiency syndrome solution patient claims ‘dopamine homeostasis’ provided the neurological stability to begin focusing upon healing psychic fracture associated with chronic post-traumatic stress disorder dissociative multiplicity
Elizabeth Dale Gilley, The Elle Foundation, United States