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7th Edition of Global Conference on

Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry

October 19-21, 2026 | Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Transgenerational Transmission of Addiction

Transgenerational Transmission of Addiction

The transgenerational transmission of addiction highlights how substance use disorders (SUDs) can impact multiple generations. Factors such as genetic predisposition, environmental influences, and behavioral modeling contribute to this phenomenon. Children of individuals with addiction may inherit vulnerabilities through epigenetic changes or learn maladaptive coping strategies from their environment. Stressful family dynamics, neglect, or exposure to addictive behaviors increase the likelihood of substance use in offspring. Addressing this issue requires comprehensive interventions, including family therapy, educational programs, and early preventive measures targeting at-risk populations. Breaking the cycle involves fostering a nurturing environment, reducing stigma, and promoting awareness about the hereditary and psychosocial aspects of addiction.

Committee Members
Speaker at Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry 2026 - John Michael Weber

John Michael Weber

Open Door Mission in Houston Texas, United States
Speaker at Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry 2026 - Frederick J Goldstein

Frederick J Goldstein

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States
Speaker at Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry 2026 - Nile Stanley

Nile Stanley

University of North Florida, United States
GAB 2026 Speakers
Speaker at Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry 2026 - Andrew Drasen

Andrew Drasen

A Vision of Hope Media, United States
Speaker at Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry 2026 - Eric Cohen

Eric Cohen

Livio Labs, United States
Speaker at Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry 2026 - John Michael Weber

John Michael Weber

Open Door Mission in Houston Texas, United States
Speaker at Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry 2026 - Denis Larrivee

Denis Larrivee

University of Navarra, Spain
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