Table 3.

An RDoC-Oriented Framework^a for the Cartooned Brain-Based Psychoeducation Development to Promote Brain Recovery During Abstinence Among People With Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders

RDoC Domains	RDoC Constructs	Neurocognitive Symptoms	Examples of Strategies and Exercises
Negative valence system	Acute threat Potential threat	Anxious feeling Anhedonia Attentional bias to threat	Exposure to avoided situations Reappraisal of negative cognitions Reducing environmental cues that activate negative emotions
Positive valence system	Reward valuation Willingness to work Initial responsiveness to reward attainment	Hypervaluation of the substance- related stimuli Reluctance to do previously enjoyable activities	Engage in pleasant or reinforcing activities Remind oneself of previous positive memories Savor current positive experiences Engage in altruistic behaviors
Cognitive system	Attention Memory Movement and speech Decision making and control	Attentional bias to substance-related stimuli Difficulties in multitasking Impairment of shifting attention Memory deficits in recalling recent information Difficulties in finding right words Impairment in coordination and dexterity Making impulsive decisions Mood instability Interoceptive impairment	Use compensatory strategies (calendar use, mnemonic strategies, paraphrase) Stay cognitively active (through doing brain games, taking classes to learn new information) Practice mindfulness
Social processes	Perception of self Perception of others Social communications	Lack of self-awareness Denial of disease Refusing to receive treatment Overestimation of one’s power to control consumption Difficulties in self-expression Low ability to interpret social cues Difficulties in making friends	Engage in social activities Utilize one’s social support Practicing communication skills Reappraise negative cognitions about the self or others Practice compassion for others
Arousal and regulatory system	Sleep–wakefulness Arousal	Sleep–wake dysregulation Sleep-time hyperarousal Day-time hypoarousal	Sleep hygiene practices Staying consistent with activities of daily living (e.g., showering) Practicing relaxation techniques (progressive muscle relaxation, spa activities)

^aThe content presented in posters 1 and 3 (Fig. 2, right and left panels) is specifically designed based on RDoC model, while poster 2 includes general health strategies for early abstinence.