4th Global Congress on

Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health & Psychiatric Research

October 15-16, 2026 | Paris, France

Millennium Hotel Paris Charles De Gaulle
Address: Zone Hoteliere 2 Allee Du Verger Roissy En France, 95700, Paris, France
Email: addiction@scitechconference.com
Phone: +44 2045874848
WhatsApp: +44 7429481517

Brain Pathways of Addiction

Brain Pathways of Addiction

Addiction develops through changes in brain pathways that regulate reward, motivation, and self-control. Repeated substance use overstimulates dopamine circuits, reinforcing cravings and compulsive behavior. Over time, the brain prioritizes substance-seeking over natural rewards. The prefrontal cortex, responsible for judgment and decision-making, becomes less effective. Understanding these pathways helps shape targeted treatments and relapse prevention strategies.

  • Reward Circuit
  • Dopamine System
  • Stress Pathways
  • Habit Formation
  • Neuroplasticity

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