Title

To what extent can cognitive-behavioral interventions induce measurable neurobiological change?

Creator

Kalmouki, Stamatina

Abstract

This poster explores the extent to which Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can induce measurable neurobiological change through neuroplasticity. By targeting maladaptive thought–emotion–behavior cycles, CBT promotes synaptic and structural plasticity as well as functional brain reorganization. Neuroimaging studies demonstrate alterations in key regions such as the prefrontal cortex, amygdala, and anterior cingulate cortex across disorders including depression, anxiety, and OCD. These findings highlight the mind–brain interaction and support CBT as an effective non-pharmacological intervention.

Keywords

cognitive-behavioral

therapy

neurobiology

Subject

Human Biology

Date Available

May 27, 2026

Type

Poster

Course

BI1008 Introduction to Human Biology

Instructor

Tsata, Vasiliki

Session

Poster

Location

Student Lounge

Event

Year 2026 | 10th Annual Student Research and Creative Arts Symposium