We are pleased to announce that the 11th International Conference on Behavioral Addictions (ICBA) is due to take place on 24-25-26 August 2026 in Istanbul, Türkiye.
This conference is the annual meeting of the International Society for the Study of Behavioral Addictions (ISSBA) that aims to assemble specialists working in the field of behavioral addictions to provide a venue for face-to-face networking, as well as a forum for presenting and discussing the most recent research results of the field.
We look forward to welcoming researchers, clinicians, social workers, health service professionals, people with lived experience and everyone else who is interested in behavioral addictions whatever their perspective is.
Join us in Istanbul between August 24-25-26, 2026.
Yours sincerely,
Registration fee (deadlines are given in GMT+0 23:59):
| Early bird | Normal | Late / onsite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISSBA member | 490 EUR | 590 EUR | 690 EUR |
| Non-member | 600 EUR | 700 EUR | 800 EUR |
| Student ISSBA member | 350 EUR | 450 EUR | 550 EUR |
| Student non-member | 400 EUR | 500 EUR | 600 EUR |
Not included in the registration fee:
The use of the reduced registration fee is subject to the payment of the membership fee (for 2026) of the International Society for the Study of Behavioral Addictions (ISSBA). (Those who are already members are expected to pay the 2025 membership fee as well.)
The Journal of Behavioral Addictions offers a 15% discount for corresponding authors who are members of the International Society for the Study of Behavioral Addictions (ISSBA).
The registration fee includes:
Please note that we can only refund 40% of the registration fee if cancelled officially before the 30 April 2026. No refund is possible if cancellation is made at a later date.
Abstract submission is closed.
Abstract submission happens via an external tool: ConfTool. There, you may create a user account to enter, submit your abstract(s) and access the results of the reviewing process. To do so, please click on the "Click here" button.
Sophia Achab is Deputy Addiction Division Director at Geneva University Hospitals (HUG) and Director of the WHO Collaborating Centre for Mental Health. A global leader in addiction medicine, gender equity, and public health, she drives innovation in behavioral addiction treatment, advocates for inclusive leadership, and shapes global health policies through research, training, and advisory roles.
Dr Flayelle works as a Lecturer at the Institute of Psychology of the University of Lausanne (Switzerland). Her research focuses on understanding the psychology of potentially addictive online behaviors, with a particular interest in TV series binge-watching. She is an Associate Editor of Cyberpsychology: Journal of Psychosocial Research on Cyberspace.
Jon E. Grant is the Ellen C. Manning Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Chicago where he directs a clinic and research lab on addictive, compulsive and impulsive disorders. Professor Grant is the Editor-in-Chief of CNS Spectrums and author of over 500 publications and 15 books.
Daniel is a Matthew Flinders Professor (Research) and clinical psychologist in the College of Human Sciences and Culture at Flinders University, Australia. His expertise is the study of digital technology-based problems, with a focus on online gaming and simulated gambling. Daniel has authored more than 250 peer-reviewed publications, including a book on gaming disorder ("Internet Gaming Disorder: Theory, Assessment, Treatment, and Prevention").
Dr. Potenza is the Stephen M. Southwick Professor of Psychiatry, Child Study and Neuroscience at the Yale School of Medicine. He directs the Division on Addictions in Yale Psychiatry, Center of Excellence in Gambling Research, and other Yale programs. He is President Elect of the International Society of Addiction Medicine.
Wim van den Brink (1952) received his medical degree in 1981. Between 1992 and 2018 he was professor of Addiction Psychiatry at the Amsterdam University Medical Centers. In 2014 en 2026 he received awards from the European Federation of Addiction Societies (EUFAS) and the European Opioid Addiction Treatment Association (Europad). In 2020 en 2025 he became Professor Honoris Causa at the Eötvös Loránd University and at the Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary. He is one of the founders and until recently president of the International Collaboration of ADHD and Substance Abuse (ICASA). He is a (co)author of more than 600 international peer-reviewed scientific papers (HIWoS=88; HIGoogle Scholar=103).
Assoc. Prof. Mehmet Dinç is the President of the Turkish Green Crescent Society, a faculty member at Hasan Kalyoncu University and a Board Member of the Dulwich Centre International Faculty. He holds degrees from Marmara, RMIT, Okan, and Melbourne universities, specializing in clinical psychology and narrative therapy. His research interests include digital addictions, psychological resilience and narrative therapy.
Ambassador Dr. Mehmet Güllüoğlu is Vice President of the Turkish Green Crescent, a physician and Ambassador-at-Large. He previously served as Director General of the Turkish Red Crescent, President of the Turkish Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), and Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Tanzania. He holds a Ph.D. in Public Health from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.
The detailed conference program in PDF can be downloaded here. (Please note that the latest version of the program is always available online in the registration system after logging in)
Addicta Workshop: Peer Reviewer Training Program for Academic Journals (23.08.2026.)
Istanbul is a unique city straddling two continents, Europe and Asia, separated by the Bosphorus Strait. With its dynamic economy, cultural diversity, and millennia of history, it is one of the world’s most captivating destinations. It is the largest city in Türkiye, with more than 16 million inhabitants, making it not only the country’s economic and cultural hub but also one of the most populous metropolitan areas in Europe.
Thanks to its strategic location, Istanbul has always been a crossroads of civilizations. Formerly known as Byzantium and Constantinople, the city has served as the capital of three great empires—Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman—each leaving behind an extraordinary architectural and cultural heritage.
Today, Istanbul offers a stunning blend of old and new: from iconic landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar, to the bustling neighborhoods of Beyoğlu, Kadıköy, and Beşiktaş, and the modern skyline of Levent and Maslak. The Bosphorus bridges, ferries, and waterfront promenades symbolize the harmony of tradition and modernity.
Istanbul is also recognized as a leading cultural capital, with world-class museums, art galleries, theaters, festivals, and a thriving gastronomy scene that blends Anatolian flavors with global cuisine. As a fast-developing global city, Istanbul has successfully hosted numerous international congresses, exhibitions, and cultural events, combining its unmatched history with modern infrastructure. Its diversity, hospitality, and energy make it an inspiring place to connect, exchange, and collaborate. As Türkiye’s beating heart, Istanbul is a city that never sleeps—offering history, innovation, and unforgettable experiences.
Istanbul is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, reflecting its unique cultural and historical legacy: The Archaeological Park, including Hagia Sophia and Topkapı Palace; The Süleymaniye Mosque and its associated complex; Zeyrek Mosque (Pantocrator Monastery); The Land Walls of Theodosius. These sites illustrate the city’s role as a political, religious, and cultural hub for over two millennia.
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The 11th International Conference on Behavioral Addictions (ICBA 2026) will be held at Boğaziçi University, South Campus (Etiler, Istanbul).
Address:
Bebek, 34342 Beşiktaş/Istanbul, Türkiye
For details on routes, maps, and schedules, please visit: IETT Official Website
Istanbul Airport (IST) – European side, main international hub, served by Turkish Airlines and most major carriers.
Havaist Shuttle Bus: Services to Taksim, Beşiktaş, Levent. Then short metro/taxi ride to campus.
Havabus Shuttle: To Taksim or Kadıköy, then metro/ferry/taxi to campus.
International Trains: Direct and connecting services link Istanbul with Sofia (Bulgaria), Bucharest (Romania), and Belgrade (Serbia). Trains typically arrive at Halkalı Station (European side). From Halkalı, transfer by Marmaray train or metro to central Istanbul and onward to Boğaziçi University.
FlixBus & Intercity Buses: Istanbul is also connected to many European cities by FlixBus and other long-distance bus companies. Main arrival terminal: Esenler Bus Station (European side).
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The Journal of Behavioral Addictions (impact factor: 6,2) provides a unique opportunity to publish in the field of any behavioral addictions.
We expect to prepare a special issue in which all abstracts accepted for symposia, oral presentation, mini-talk or poster will be disseminated.
The aims of the International Society for the Study of Behavioral Addictions (ISSBA) are to study behavioral addictions and to help developing the interface of behavioral addiction science on the international stage.
