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Mindfulness-Based Recovery in Veterans With Substance Use Disorders
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP) and Twelve-Step Facilitation Intervention (TSF) for Substance Abuse and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 204 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
This study will provide important information concerning the used of mindfulness-based relapse prevention (MBRP) as a continuing care strategy for Veterans who have completed primary treatment for a SUD. Most research is focused on the acute care of SUDs, but the risk of relapse to substance use is highest during the period immediately following treatment and attention to continuing care is critical. If this trial demonstrates that MBRP promotes sustained abstinence and improved functional outcomes, this will provide a valuable treatment to facilitate rehabilitation and recovery for Veterans with SUDs.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Each session has a central theme/topic and consists of in-session experiential practice, discussions and homework assignments. Sessions begin with a check-in followed by a 20-30 minute meditation (i.e. body scan). The therapist reviews homework assignments, discusses challenges and participants are taught a variety of MM practices such as breath meditation, urge surfing, walking or movement meditation.
The primary goal is to promote abstinence by facilitating the patient's acceptance and surrender of addiction. Sessions begin with a check-in during which participants introduce themselves, report on meeting attendance and participation in related activities, any alcohol/drug use or craving to use. The remainder of the session focuses on discussion of the topic content followed by a "take home" summary and homework assignment.