7th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Social Determinants of Substance Use Disorders
Substance use disorders (SUDs) are profoundly influenced by social determinants such as socioeconomic status, education, employment, housing stability, and access to healthcare. Poverty and unemployment increase vulnerability to SUDs by exacerbating stress and limiting access to support systems. Educational disparities affect awareness about substance risks, while unstable housing may perpetuate environments conducive to drug use. Discrimination and social marginalization also heighten susceptibility by fostering isolation and emotional distress. Furthermore, cultural norms and peer influences play pivotal roles in shaping attitudes toward substance use. Addressing these social determinants through community-based interventions, policy reforms, and equitable access to healthcare is crucial to reducing the prevalence and impact of SUDs.
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