The Effectiveness of Cognitive Bias Modification Interventions for Substance Addictions: A Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background and aims

Cognitive bias modification (CBM) interventions, presumably targeting automatic processes, are considered particularly promising for addictions. We conducted a meta-analysis examining randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of CBM for substance addiction outcomes.

Methods

Studies were identified through systematic searches in bibliographical databases. We included RCTs of CBM interventions, alone or in combination with other treatments, for any type of addiction. We examined trial risk of bias, publication bias and possible moderators. Effects sizes were computed for post-test and follow-up, using a random-effects model. We grouped outcome measures and reported results for addiction (all related measures), craving and cognitive bias.

Results

We identif

SUBMITTER: Cristea IA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5017662 | biostudies-literature | 2016

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature