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