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- VM is presented as an alternative treatment for substance misuse, particularly for those who struggle with traditional methods.
- A study evaluated its effectiveness in an incarcerated population, comparing those who participated in a Vipassana meditation course to a control group receiving standard treatment.
- Results showed significant reductions in substance use and related problems, along with improved psychosocial well-being for those who practiced VM after release from jail.
Article Abstract
Despite the availability of various substance abuse treatments, alcohol and drug misuse and related negative consequences remain prevalent. Vipassana meditation (VM), a Buddhist mindfulness-based practice, provides an alternative for individuals who do not wish to attend or have not succeeded with traditional addiction treatments. In this study, the authors evaluated the effectiveness of a VM course on substance use and psychosocial outcomes in an incarcerated population. Results indicate that after release from jail, participants in the VM course, as compared with those in a treatment-as-usual control condition, showed significant reductions in alcohol, marijuana, and crack cocaine use. VM participants showed decreases in alcohol-related problems and psychiatric symptoms as well as increases in positive psychosocial outcomes. The utility of mindfulness-based treatments for substance use is discussed.
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