Mindfulness para reducir el craving en personas con adicciones: revisión sistemática
Revista Ecuatoriana de Psicología March 10, 2026 María Augusta Silva Cortez, Andrea Nicole Faz Tapia
Craving is a central phenomenon in substance use disorders, acting as a predictor of relapse and perpetuating the addictive cycle. Mindfulness-based interventions have emerged as promising strategies for therapeutic management. This systematic review evaluated the efficacy of mindfulness-based interventions in reducing craving in people with substance use disorders by analyzing randomized controlled trials published between 2013 and 2025. Following PRISMA guidelines, searches were conducted in Scopus, PubMed, Dialnet, Redalyc, and Scielo. Of 81 studies identified, nine met inclusion criteria with Jadad scores between three and five. Structured programs like MBRP and MORE showed significant reductions in craving, with effects mediated by acceptance, awareness, and non-judgment. Sustained practice moderated the craving-consumption relationship. Mindfulness-based interventions demonstrate effectiveness in reducing craving, though their impact depends on format and adherence to continued practice.