7th Edition of Global Conference on
Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry
October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Substance-Induced Personality Changes
Long-term substance use can lead to noticeable shifts in personality traits, often characterized by increased irritability, impulsiveness, and emotional instability. These changes occur as addictive substances alter brain regions responsible for regulating emotions and social behavior, such as the prefrontal cortex and limbic system. For instance, individuals may display heightened aggression, reduced patience, or detachment from personal relationships. These personality changes can hinder recovery efforts and strain social connections, making holistic intervention critical. Therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based practices, focus on rebuilding emotional resilience and fostering self-control. Addressing these behavioral shifts not only aids in recovery but also helps individuals rebuild trust and healthy relationships.
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 : 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 : Sexualizing anxiety and anxiolytic sex: Misattribution of arousal
Sam Vaknin, Commonwealth Institute of Advanced Professional Studies, United Kingdom
Title : Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde revealed: Tales from the default mode network
Christopher Ashton, TeDDs on Chapel, Centre for Recovery, Canada
Title : Integrating bibliopoetry therapy and digital health technologies for inflammation management: A neuropsychosomatic perspective
Nile Stanley, University of North Florida, United States
Title : Addiction and the failure of meaning-forming
Jenni Guentcheva, GoodNeighbor LLC, United States