Salimikia S, Khanpour F. Effectiveness of Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy Training in Craving Beliefs and Drug-Related Beliefs in Methadone-Dependent Patients. etiadpajohi 2019; 12 (48) :157-168
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Psychologist in an Addiction Center
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Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy training in craving beliefs and drug-related beliefs in methadone-treated addicts in Sanandaj city. Method: A quasi-experimental research design along with pre-test/ post-test and control group was used in this study. For this purpose, 30 participants were selected through convenience sampling method and were randomly assigned to two 15-person groups. Results: The results showed that MBCT training has a significant effect on the reduction of craving beliefs and drug-related beliefs. Conclusion: Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy training can play an important role in the prevention and treatment of drug dependence.
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Special Received: 2017/01/22 | Accepted: 2019/01/6 | Published: 2019/02/7