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Addictive Behavior Change and Mindfulness-Based Interventions: Current Research and Future Directions.
Frank J Schwebel1, J Richard Korecki2, Katie Witkiewitz1,2
1Center on Alcoholism, Substance Abuse, and Addictions, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, USA.
Current Addiction Reports
|February 15, 2021
Summary
Mindfulness-based interventions show promise for treating addictive behaviors, offering an effective alternative to traditional therapies. Further research is needed to optimize these interventions for diverse populations and settings.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Science
- Psychology
- Neuroscience
Background:
- Addictive behaviors present significant challenges due to high relapse rates.
- Established treatments like cognitive behavioral therapies exist.
- Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are emerging as a novel approach for addiction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the historical development of MBIs for addictive behaviors.
- To discuss recent advancements and the efficacy of MBIs in addiction treatment.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on mindfulness-based interventions for addictive behaviors.
- Analysis of recent research findings and treatment outcomes.
Main Results:
- Mindfulness-based interventions demonstrate comparable effectiveness to current evidence-based treatments for addictive behaviors.
- Understanding neurobiological changes associated with MBIs can identify key therapeutic components and patient suitability.
Conclusions:
- Large-scale randomized controlled trials are necessary to further validate MBI effectiveness.
- Future research should focus on optimizing MBIs for specific populations and settings, alongside dissemination and implementation strategies.
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