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.
Nile Stanley
University of North Florida, United States
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel
Curry College, United States
Edie Raether
NeuroShifts and Wings for Wishes Academy, United States
Sindu Padmanabhan
Bharathiar University, India
Kayla Albers
Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School, United States
Jorja Jamison
Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School, 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, United States
Title : Sexualizing anxiety and anxiolytic sex: Misattribution of arousal
Sam Vaknin, CIAPS, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Title : Workplace and occupational mental health: Supporting well-being at work
Sindu Padmanabhan, Bharathiar University, India
Title : Resilience in counseling: Processing grief for the addictions counselor
Kayla Albers, Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School, United States
Title : Resilience in counseling: Processing grief for the addictions counselor
Jorja Jamison, Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School, United States
Title : Identity restoration as a missing variable in relapse prevention
Andrew Drasen, A Vision of Hope Media, United States