Pilot randomized controlled trial of mindfulness-based relapse prevention vs cognitive behavioral therapy for smoking and alcohol use.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The combined use of cigarettes and alcohol is associated with a synergistic increase in the risk of morbidity and mortality. Continued alcohol use during a smoking quit attempt is a considerable risk factor for smoking relapse. As such, there is a need for interventions that address both behaviors concurrently. Mindfulness-based interventions hold much promise for simultaneously addressing tobacco and alcohol use.

Method

This pilot study evaluated the feasibility and acceptability of a mindfulness-based intervention using a two-arm randomized controlled trial of Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention for Smoking and Alcohol (MBRP-SA) vs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Interventions were delivered via telehealth in a group setting; all participants received a 6-w

SUBMITTER: Vinci C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9975045 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature