Could Mindfulness Decrease The Severity Of Opioid Cravings
Roughly half of people who are addicted to opioids also suffer from acute or chronic pain. In a study published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence, researchers at the University of Utah and Rutgers University found that adults who received methadone treatment combined with mindfulness training were 1.3 times more effective at controlling their cravings. They also were more likely to report less stress, a more positive mood, and less pain than those receiving typical methadone treatment and counseling....