
Adarsh K. Verma is a P.D. scholar at the Centre for Psychology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Hyderabad (UoH), pursuing his Ph.D. under the supervision of Dr. C.V. Usha (Assistant Professor, UoH) and co-supervision of Dr. Neeraj Kumar (Assistant Professor, IIT Hyderabad). With a comprehensive academic background in psychology, he has developed a keen interest in understanding the brain-behavior relationship. His curiosity about the underlying mechanisms involved in risky human behavior, particularly alcohol consumption despite individuals’ awareness of its harmful effects, has shaped his research trajectory.