International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development

Alcohol Dependence Syndrome (ADS) is linked to enduring deficits in cognitive abilities, especially executive functions governed by prefrontal–subcortical brain networks. From a neuropsychological standpoint, the present study explored how long-term alcohol consumption affects executive functioning in individuals with ADS through a cross-sectional comparative approach. Eighty-one individuals meeting ICD-10 diagnostic criteria for ADS were participated for sampling purpose. Participants with ADS and healthy individuals matched for age and education were evaluated using standardized neuropsychological tests targeting executive functions. Compared to the control group, individuals with ADS showed marked impairments in cognitive flexibility, inhibitory control, working memory, and planning abilities. These results emphasize the underlying neurocognitive processes contributing to executive dysfunction in ADS and highlight the importance of routinely assessing executive functions to support effective rehabilitation planning and relapse-prevention efforts.

Preethi SS, "Impact of Alcohol Dependence on Executive Functioning: A Neuropsychological Perspective " International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development, V8(6): Page(3123-3130) Nov-Dec 2025. ISSN: 2581-7175. www.ijsred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.