"This book deals with recent perspectives on the panel of addiction behavior in a vast amount of population (young and adult). Thanks to the contribution of experts of the topic of addiction the volume will furnish new perspectives to formulate assessment, diagnosis and intervention in response to the increasing variety of addictions. It focuses the assessment of executive functions in substance and behavioral addictions. More specifically, this assessment consists of a new approach not only inherent to the diagnosis, but also to the treatment and prevention of addictions. In fact, there is a strict relationship between executive functions (EF) and addictive behavior: EF plays a remarkable role in significant phenomena for the treatment of addictions, such as craving, relapse and compliance to treatment."--Page 4 of cover

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Michela Balconi;Salvatore Campanella;(eds.)

Balconi, Michela; Campanella, Salvatore

Xin Zhang

Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer

Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Advances in mental health and addiction, Cham, Switzerland, 2021

Springer Nature, Cham, Switzerland, 2021

Switzerland, Switzerland

1st ed, S.l, 2021

Acknowledgements
Contents
Contributors
Part I: The Executive Functions in “Old” and “New” Addictions
Chapter 1: Similarities and Differences Between “Old” and “New” Addictions: The Focus on Executive Functions and Reward Mechanisms
1.1 Definition of Different (Old and New) Addictions
1.2 Cognitive and Control Impairment in Addiction
1.3 Executive Functions: A Unique Object?
1.4 Impairment of EF in Addiction
1.4.1 Decision-Making Processes
1.4.2 Metacognitive Processes
1.5 Commonalities and Differences for EF and Neural Circuits in Substance and Behavioural Addictions
1.5.1 Brain Dysfunctions
1.5.2 Brain Circuits: The Role of Brain Connectivity
1.6 Reward Mechanisms (RM) in Substance and Behavioural Addiction
1.6.1 RM in Substance Addiction
1.6.2 RM in Behavioural Addiction
1.6.3 The Cortical Unbalance Model: Neurophysiological and “Attitude” Effect
1.7 EEG Approach to Addiction: BIS/BAS and Cortical Oscillations
1.8 Impulsivity Control and Psychological Traits
1.9 The Future Treatment Approach Based on Integrated Models: Neural Stimulation
1.10 Conclusions
References
Chapter 2: Psychopathology of EFs
2.1 Executive Functions: Conceptual Frame and Internal Structure
2.1.1 “Hot” and “Cool” Subcomponents of EF
2.2 Neurofunctional Correlates of EF: The Role of Prefrontal Hubs
2.3 EF in Psychopathology
2.4 Psychopathology of EF in Addiction
2.4.1 Bridging the Gap: Neurocognitive Models of Addiction
2.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 3: The Assessment of Executive Functions: A New Neuropsychological Tool for Addiction
3.1 Neurocognitive Deficits in Addiction
3.2 Tools for Assessing EF in Addiction
3.3 Why a New Neuropsychological Battery for Screening of EF in Addiction
3.4 Potential Applications: Salience and Innovativeness of the BFE-A
3.5 Presentation of an Empirical Validation Study
3.6 Structure of the BFE-A
3.6.1 Verbal Memory Test
3.6.2 Working Memory Test
3.6.3 Focused Attention Test
3.6.4 Verbal Fluency Test
3.6.5 Non-verbal Fluency Test
3.6.6 Modified Stroop Task for Addiction
3.6.7 Modified Go/No-Go Task for Addiction
3.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 4: EFs in Pathological Gambling Disorder
4.1 Introduction and Definition of Pathological Gambling Disorder
4.2 How Are EFs Involved in Pathological Gambling Disorder?
4.2.1 Brain Correlates of EF in GD Deficits
4.2.2 Empirical Studies About Behavioural Deficits in GD: Measurement Evidence
4.2.3 Behavioural Addiction, GD, and Substance Addiction: What Kind of Brain Correlates Relationship?
4.2.4 Some Limits in EFs Studies Applied to GD
4.3 Theoretical Models to Explain SUD and GD
4.3.1 Aberrant Learning Theory
4.3.1.1 The Intermittent Schedule for Reward and Loss
4.3.1.2 Illusory Perceived Control
4.3.2 The Triadic Neurocognitive Model
4.3.2.1 The Hypersensitization Toward Gambling-Related Stimuli and the “Impulsive System”
4.3.2.2 The Disruption of the Reflective Function
4.3.2.3 The Role of Interoceptive Processes: Halfway Between Impulsive and Reflective Systems
4.3.3 Frontocortical Dysfunction Theory
4.3.4 The Cortical Unbalance Model and Lateralization Effect
4.4 Behavioural Study and EFs in GD
4.4.1 Reward Sensitivity and IGT
4.5 Electrophysiology of Pathological Gambling behaviour
4.5.1 ERP Evidence for GD
4.5.1.1 N200
4.5.1.2 P300
4.5.1.3 ERN and FRN
4.5.2 EEG and Lateralization Effect
4.6 To Summarize: Gambling Between Specificity and Uniqueness
References
Part II: Prevention and Treatment of Addictions
Chapter 5: Neuroenhancement of the Executive Functions in Addiction
5.1 Introductive Remarks
5.2 Cognitive Training for the Rehabilitation of EFs in SUD
5.2.1 Cognitive Bias Modification (CBM) Training
5.2.1.1 Neurocognitive Findings
5.2.2 Response Inhibition Training
5.2.2.1 Neurocognitive Findings
5.2.3 Working Memory Training (WMT)
5.2.3.1 Multicomponential Treatment Including WMT
5.2.3.2 Neurocognitive Findings
5.2.4 Goal Management Training (GMT)
5.2.4.1 Neurocognitive Findings
5.2.5 To Summarize
5.3 Cognitive Approaches for the Rehabilitation of EFs in Non-substance-Related Disorder
5.3.1 Gambling Disorder
5.3.2 Internet-Related Disorders
5.4 Tools for the Rehabilitation and Neuroenhancement of the EF in Addiction
5.4.1 Computer-Based Cognitive Training in Addiction
5.4.2 Non-invasive Brain Stimulation Through Neuromodulation Techniques
5.4.3 From Serious Games to VR-Based Approaches
5.5 Current Trends: From the Combination of Multiple Training Approaches to Precision Medicine
5.6 Conclusions
References
Chapter 6: Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBIs) as a Way for Treating EFs in Addiction-Related Disorders
6.1 An Introduction to Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBIs)
6.2 MBIs for Addiction-Related Disorders
6.3 Mechanisms and Neurocognitive Correlates of MBIs as a Treatment for Addiction-Related Disorders
6.3.1 Neurophysiological Evidence of MBIs in SUD
6.3.1.1 Neurophysiological Evidence of MBIs on Cue-Induced Craving
6.3.1.2 Neurophysiological Evidence of MBIs on Reward Processing
6.3.1.3 Neurophysiological Evidence of MBIs on Stress Reactivity
6.3.2 Evidence of MBIs Application on Executive Functioning in SUD
6.3.3 Experimental Evidence from MBIs Applied to Behavioural Addictions (BAs)
6.4 Combining Neuroscientific Tools with MBIs for Boosting EFs in Addiction-Related Disorders
6.4.1 Neurofeedback Interventions and Wearable Devices
6.4.2 MBIs and Neurofeedback Technique in Addiction-Related Disorders: State of the Art and Proposals
6.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 7: Neuromodulation Techniques in the Treatment of Addictions
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Invasive Brain Stimulation
7.3 Non-invasive Brain Stimulation
7.3.1 Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
7.3.2 Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation
7.3.3 Combined Non-invasive Brain Stimulation
7.4 Neurofeedback
7.4.1 Theoretical and Methodological Aspects
7.4.2 Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging Neurofeedback
7.4.3 Electroencephalography Neurofeedback
7.4.4 Neurofeedback: Future Perspectives and New Insights
7.5 General Conclusion
References
Chapter 8: Alcohol Use Disorders and Psychiatric Comorbidities
8.1 Introduction
8.2 AUD and Other Externalising Associated Disorders
8.2.1 Substance Use Disorders (SUDs)
8.2.2 Personality Disorders
8.3 AUD and Internalising Associated Disorders
8.3.1 Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and Anxiety Disorder
8.3.2 Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
8.4 AUD and Thought Disorder
8.5 Comorbidity Research: Vision for Future Research
References
Chapter 9: Interoception and Addiction: Etiological Mechanisms and a Root for Intervention
9.1 The Construct of Interoception as a Dynamic Multicomponent “Interoceptive Experience”
9.2 Dysfunctional Interoceptive Processing and Addiction Disorders
9.3 Neural Basis of Interoception: Shared Circuits with Addiction and EFs?
9.4 Interoception as a Root for Interventions in Addiction Disorders
9.4.1 The Reason for “Personalized” Clinical Model-Based Interventions for Controlling Interoceptive Signals
9.4.2 Mindful Awareness in Body-Oriented Therapy (MABT) for Training Interoceptive Awareness Skills
9.4.3 Physical Exercise for Empowering Interoception and Cognitive Control
9.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 10: New Addictions in Youth: Internet Addiction and Internet Gaming Disorder
10.1 Introduction: Technological Addictions in Youth
10.2 Internet Addiction
10.3 Internet Gaming Disorder
10.4 Risk Factors for the Onset of New Addictions
10.4.1 New Addictions and Social Functioning
10.4.2 New Addictions and Characteristics of Personality
10.4.3 New Addictions and Coping
10.5 New Addictions and Neurobiological Correlates
10.6 Treatment
References
Index

2022-04-08