Research contributions, academic presentations, and expert commentary on psychiatry, addiction medicine, and mental health advancement.
"Effectiveness of Theta Burst Stimulation on Craving and Alcohol Use among Inpatients with Alcohol Use Disorder"
DM Thesis research conducted at the National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre, AIIMS, New Delhi. This groundbreaking study explores the application of Theta Burst Stimulation (TBS), a refined form of non-invasive brain stimulation, in reducing cravings and improving treatment outcomes in patients with alcohol use disorder.
NIMHANS, Bengaluru | March 2026
Key symposium speaker at India's premier addiction and psychiatric conference, presenting cutting-edge research and clinical insights.
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Faculty Member & Mentor
Active role in training the next generation of psychiatrists and addiction specialists, contributing to curriculum development and student mentorship.
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Regular contributor to leading health and wellness publications providing expert commentary on addiction treatment, mental health trends, and psychiatric innovations.
Topics include alcohol addiction recovery, psychiatric medications, neuromodulation therapy, and mental health awareness.
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Guest appearances on mental health and medical podcasts discussing addiction science, recovery approaches, and breaking stigma around psychiatric care.
Regular speaker on addiction neuroscience, treatment innovations, and evidence-based mental health approaches.
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Published guest articles on mental health awareness, addiction recovery insights, and psychiatric treatment approaches for both professional and general audiences.
Written content on breaking mental health stigma, understanding addiction, and evidence-based treatment options.
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Featured in multiple premium healthcare facility publications and medical networks as a leading addiction psychiatry specialist.
Independent DM Addiction Psychiatrist practicing at premier medical centers across Delhi NCR including Apollo Clinic, Umang Mind & Brain Clinic, and Aiman Clinic.
Presented at national and international psychiatric conferences on evidence-based addiction treatment, medication-assisted therapy protocols, neuromodulation approaches, and recovery-oriented care models.
Emerging leader in disseminating cutting-edge addiction psychiatry knowledge to clinical and academic communities.
Expert presentations on Theta Burst Stimulation, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and emerging neuromodulation applications in addiction and mood disorders. Focus on mechanisms, efficacy, and clinical implementation.
Research-backed insights into non-pharmacological treatment approaches and brain plasticity in recovery.
Symposium presentations on making evidence-based psychiatric care accessible, destigmatizing addiction and mental illness, and bridging the gap between complex medical science and public understanding.
Advocacy for equitable mental health care and professional training in culturally sensitive addiction treatment.
Contributed to workshops on research design, data analysis, and evidence generation in psychiatric and addiction medicine. Training on maintaining scientific rigor in clinical practice.
Emphasis on translating research findings into improved patient outcomes and clinical protocols.
Brain mechanisms of addiction, neuroplasticity in recovery, dopamine pathways, tolerance, withdrawal, and relapse prevention from neuroscientific perspective.
Clinical effectiveness and neurobiological mechanisms of TMS, Theta Burst Stimulation, and tDCS in treating addiction, depression, and anxiety disorders.
Emerging evidence for psilocybin, MDMA, and other psychedelics in treating depression, PTSD, and addiction disorders under controlled clinical settings.
Sex-based differences in addiction vulnerability, treatment response, perinatal mental health, and gender-sensitive approaches to psychiatric care.
Making evidence-based psychiatric and addiction treatment accessible, affordable, and culturally appropriate for underserved populations.
Research on effective strategies for reducing stigma around mental illness and addiction, improving help-seeking behavior and treatment engagement.
Dr. Sidharth Sood is available for media interviews, podcast appearances, conference presentations, and expert commentary on psychiatry, addiction medicine, and mental health topics.
Email: sidhaarthsood@gmail.com
Phone: +91 8178816623
Instagram: @DrSidharthSood
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