6th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 20-22, 2025 | Orlando, Florida, USA
Sociocultural Factors in Substance Abuse
Sociocultural factors significantly influence substance abuse patterns, shaping individuals' susceptibility to addiction and their recovery journey. Cultural norms and values often dictate the acceptability of certain substances, while peer pressure and social networks can amplify usage. Economic disparities and limited access to education or healthcare exacerbate vulnerabilities, especially in marginalized communities. Family dynamics, such as exposure to substance use during childhood or a lack of parental supervision, further contribute to risk. Conversely, strong community support and cultural resilience can act as protective factors. Effective interventions must be culturally sensitive, addressing these underlying social determinants to foster sustainable recovery and prevent substance abuse.
Nile Stanley
University of North Florida, United States
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel
Curry College, United States
Denis Larrivee
University of Navarra, Spain
Scharbach Hugues
Paris University, France
Alphonsus Obayuwana
Triple-H Project LLC, United States
Jana Furstova
Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic
Alexander Kharibegashvil
Telavi State University, GeorgiaSubmit your abstract Today
Title : Decoding aggression, violence, and substance use in adolescents with conduct disorders: Neurochemical pathways and interventions
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel, Curry College, United States
Title : Integrative addiction and mental health wellness lecture
John Giordano, Life Enhancement Recovery Center, United States
Title : Step one therapy
Ashton Christopher, Center for Recovery, Canada
Title : Addiction rehabilitation & recovery: Pathways to healing and resilience
Sindu Padmanabhan, Bharathiar University, India
Title : Stress-induced trauma syndrome in Chinese teenagers
Daniel Sun, Westminster Theological Seminary, United States
Title : Tailoring biblio-poetry therapies using AI and biofeedback for addiction treatment
Nile Stanley, University of North Florida, United States