Targeting electroencephalography for alcohol dependence: A narrative review

Area of Science:

• Neuroscience
• Psychiatry
• Clinical Medicine

Background:

• Alcohol dependence is a prevalent, relapsing condition with significant societal impact.
• Current objective diagnostic methods for alcohol dependence are insufficient.
• Electrophysiological techniques offer potential for improved alcohol dependence assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the latest literature on electroencephalography (EEG)-based electrophysiological techniques for alcohol dependence.
• To highlight the progress and significance of EEG in diagnosing and treating alcohol dependence.

Main Methods:

• Review of recent scientific literature on EEG applications in alcohol dependence.
• Focus on electrophysiological monitoring methods including resting electroencephalography (REEG), event-related potentials (ERP), event-related oscillations (ERO), and polysomnography (PSG).

Main Results:

• EEG-based electrophysiological techniques have advanced in recent years.
• Research indicates the significance of EEG monitoring methods in the diagnosis and treatment of alcohol dependence.
• Various EEG techniques like REEG, ERP, ERO, and PSG have been explored.

Conclusions:

• EEG-based electrophysiological research is crucial for understanding and managing alcohol dependence.
• These techniques offer valuable objective insights into alcohol use disorders.
• Further research in this area holds promise for clinical practice.