Title: Responsible gambling & drinking: What is “Responsibility” and the role of different stakeholders, including the operators and the consumers

During this presentation, we will closely examine the notion of “Responsibility” and its different implications for Responsible Gambling and Drinking.   An operational definition of Responsibility will be suggested and the various impacts on consumers’ [....] » Read More

Title: Alcohol hangovers and the risk of developing immune-related diseases

Background: Contrary to popular belief, there is a positive relationship between the frequency of experiencing alcohol hangover and their severity. This reverse tolerance implies that hangovers become worse when they are experienced more often. Research on the pathology of the al [....] » Read More

Title: The hidden impact of drug addiction: Understanding the brain’s structural and functional transformation

The consequences of drug addiction extend to multiple domains of an individual's life, encompassing social, psychological, and medical aspects. Socially, addiction often leads to feelings of isolation, strained relationships with family members, and difficulties in securing e [....] » Read More

Title: Social media addiction and well-being in rural children: From a self-determination theory perspective

The popularity of social media amongst children and adolescents has exponentially increased and is firmly embedded within youth culture worldwide. Despite differences in young people’s social media adoption and use across countries, the prevalence of social media is univers [....] » Read More

Title: Neuroimaging by evaluation nerverenovate and neuroplasticity of acupuncture in children with cerebral palsy

Objective: To investigate the effect of and Acupuncture on brain plasticity and motor development in children with cerebral palsy. Investigate effect on mechanism of apoptosis of brain nerve cells, regulating the expression of neurotrophic factors, promoting the remodeling of ner [....] » Read More

Title: Addictions, family communication and attachment

The aim of the conference is to present the findings of the communicational phenomena of disqualification and disconfirmation, as well as the attachment patterns perceived during childhood in comparison with the population that self-reports as having addiction problems and those [....] » Read More

Title: The usefulness of pre-employment psychological testing: Can a self-report measure actually distinguish between a thief and a Chief?

Pre-employment psychological testing is used by many employers to screen applicants for various attributes. Some testing assesses personality traits such as leadership styles, interpersonal skills, or self-confidence; others assess cognitive abilities such as problem solving, spe [....] » Read More

Title: The use of hypnosis as a tool for relieving pain

Chronic pain is best understood as a disease process rather than a symptom. Underlying mechanisms for chronic pain are,  nociceptive- tissue damage, neuropathic - sensory, nervous system damage, central heightened pain sensitivity in the central nervous system. Chronic pain [....] » Read More

Title: From early adversity to digital dependency: Self-Esteem and FOMO as mediators between ACEs and social media addiction in Gen Z Men

This study investigates the psychological mechanisms linking adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) to social media addiction (SMA) among Israeli Gen Z men, focusing on the mediating roles of self-esteem and fear of missing out (FOMO). While ACEs are known to increase vulnerability [....] » Read More

Title: The shalom house model: A holistic approach to rehabilitation

The Shalom House Model represents a transformative and holistic approach to rehabilitation, focusing on addressing the root causes of addiction and destructive behaviours rather than merely treating their symptoms. Founded in Perth, Western Australia, Shalom House is recognised a [....] » Read More

Title: A brief historical perspective on responding to harmful use of alcohol

The consumption of alcoholic beverages provides pleasure to many people in many different cultures. From a public health perspective, however, this is a very much underrated cause or contributor to a wide variety of serious health issues.    The focus in respondin [....] » Read More

Title: The efficiency of inefficiency: Medicine distribution in Sudan

The strategy of price liberalisation and privatisation had been implemented in Sudan over the last decade, and has had a positive result on government deficit. The investment law approved recently has good statements and rules on the above strategy in particular to pharmacy regul [....] » Read More

Title: Women and alcoholism: The elephant in the room

While global conversations around addiction have gained momentum, the reality of substance use among women remains one of the most under-recognized and misunderstood aspects of the crisis.    Cultural expectations, stigma, and societal roles often cause women&mdas [....] » Read More

Title: Reframing counselor education: Reducing stigma toward borderline personality disorder through attachment-based training

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is one of the most stigmatized mental health diagnoses, even among mental health professionals. Negative perceptions can impact the therapeutic alliance and hinder effective care. While existing literature addresses stigma among seasoned clin [....] » Read More

Title: Putting an end to chronic opioid use for chronic back pain with the CMECD® procedure

Chronic back pain is likely the most common indication for the chronic use of opioid medications. Even patients that undergo back surgery have a significant risk of chronic back pain. This is called “Post Laminectomy Syndrome” and is reported in 20-40% of patients fol [....] » Read More

Title: Profilicity: When your profile replaces your authentic self (Narcissism, Spectacle and Simulacrum)

Profilicity is replacing authenticity. Nietzsche's ““Become who you are!” is being transformed into Moeller’s: “become who you wish to be seen as.”   Outcome of crisis of authenticity.   Niklas Luhmann’s social s [....] » Read More

Title: The relationship between ADHD and addictive behaviours, a review

Although attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has long been thought to be a disabling and common disorder that occurs only in childhood, more recent research, including prospective longitudinal follow-up studies, suggests that ADHD persists into adulthood in a high pro [....] » Read More

Title: Work addiction: Understanding, practical strategies, and empowering testimonies

Work addiction (or "workaholism") is a behavioral disorder characterized by an uncontrollable need to work excessively, often to the detriment of health, relationships, and overall well-being. Unlike burnout, which is reactive and often triggered by external pressures [....] » Read More

Title: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder screening: A step for addiction prevention in many adolescents

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurobehavioral disorder affecting school-age children and adolescents. ADHD is characterized by inattention, decreased self-inhibitory capacity and motor overactivity. ADHD is a risk factor for substance misuse, substan [....] » Read More

Title: Personality traits and problematic online gambling: A study among tunisian internet bettors

Online pathological gambling represents an increasingly prevalent form of behavioral addiction, driven by the rapid expansion of digital technologies and the accessibility of gambling platforms. This study sought to examine the associations between problematic online gambling and [....] » Read More

Title: Differential effect of the dopamine genotype on inflammatory cytokine responses during abstinence in amphetamine-dependent

Amphetamine exposure impacts innate and adaptive immunity, and DRD3 may modulate the effect of amphetamine on the immune response. We assessed the immune-cytokine markers in 72 female patients with amphetamine dependence (AD) at baseline and after 4 weeks of drug abstinence and i [....] » Read More

Title: Performance pressure: The mental health cost of youth striving for excellence

Background In today's fast-paced world, many young individuals strive for excellence, aiming to meet high standards and achieve success. However, this pursuit of perfection can sometimes lead to a phenomenon known as performance pressure. This pressure to excel in various [....] » Read More

Title: Gender disparities in patterns and outcomes of substance use disorder: A retrospective study in the psychiatric ward of Federal Medical Center (FMC) umuahia Nigeria

BACKGROUND: Substance use disorder (SUD) is an increasing mental health challenge in Nigeria, with significant implications for public health, productivity, and social stability (National Bureau of Statistics & United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime [NBS & UNODC], 20 [....] » Read More

Title: Driven to disconnect: The role of desire thinking, desire to dissociation, motives, and resilience in gaming disorder

Objective and background The aim of the present study was to examine how desire thinking, desire for dissociation, motives, and resilience relate to Gaming Disorder (GD) as defined by the ICD-11, and to determine its prevalence in a representative sample of Polish gamers. Pr [....] » Read More

Title: The effect of educational intervention based on precede model to reduce the anxiety of nurses in the hospitals of Tehran university of medical sciences

People who work in hospitals such as nurses have many stress and they are exposed to anxiety disorders. The aim of this study is to determine the effect of applied relaxation based of PRECEDE Model to reduce anxiety of nurses.   In this interventional study, 40 nurses [....] » Read More

Title: Social, psychological and behavioral profiles of emerging adult social media users and their association with mental health risk

Intensive and problematic social media use were linked to an increased mental health risk. Research studies examining increased risk among social media users focused on associations between singular social, psychological, or behavioural risk factors and mental health outcomes whi [....] » Read More

Title: General health status and psychological impact of COVID19 pandemic on children in Kuwait

Introduction: COVID-19 was declared as a pandemic and public health emergency in 2019 and has impacted children’s mental health worldwide. This study aimed to assess the general and mental health status of children during this pandemic and to identify the associated factors [....] » Read More

Title: Electronic nicotine delivery system use and its relation to waterpipe smoking among youth in seven Arab countries

Background: The increasing use of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) and Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking (WTS) highlights a growing tobacco epidemic among youth in the Arab world. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of ENDS use among adolescents in seven Arab countries [....] » Read More