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  • Psychiatry
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Substance use disorders (SUDs) present a significant public health challenge, with common relapse rates despite existing treatments.
  • Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are being explored for SUD treatment, but existing evidence is mixed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of MBIs for SUDs.
  • To compare MBIs against no treatment and other interventions regarding substance use, craving, and adverse events.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted a systematic search of multiple databases up to April 2021 for relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs).
  • Included RCTs testing MBIs versus no treatment or other interventions in individuals with alcohol and/or drug use disorders.
  • Analyzed data from 40 RCTs (2825 participants) using meta-analysis where appropriate, assessing risk of bias and certainty of evidence.

Main Results:

  • Compared to no treatment, evidence for MBIs' effect on abstinence, substance use days, and consumed amount was uncertain, with very low certainty for most outcomes.
  • MBIs showed little to no increase in attrition compared to no treatment.
  • Compared to other treatments, MBIs may slightly reduce days with substance use, but evidence on abstinence, craving, and consumed amount was very uncertain. Attrition rates were similar.

Conclusions:

  • The impact of MBIs on SUD outcomes compared to no treatment remains uncertain.
  • MBIs may offer a slight benefit in reducing days of substance use when compared to other treatments, though evidence is limited.
  • Further research is needed to clarify the efficacy of MBIs for SUDs, particularly regarding abstinence and craving, and to assess adverse events.