Mindfulness‐based cognitive therapy for chronic noncancer pain and prescription opioid use disorder: A qualitative pilot study of its feasibility and the perceived process of change
Hannah Ellerbroek, I. Hanssen, Karen Lathouwers, Linda Cillessen, S. Dekkers, S. Veldman, S. V. D. van den Heuvel, A. Speckens, A. Schellekens
Brain and Behavior May 24, 2023 DOI: 10.1002/brb3.3005 (opens in new tab) via Semantic Scholar
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractMindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) appears feasible for patients with both chronic noncancer pain and opioid use disorder (OUD), though data are limited. This qualitative study explored the process of change during MBCT in this specific population. Participants reported that the intervention helped them relate differently to pain and cravings, suggesting MBCT may be a promising treatment for this dual-diagnosis group.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Qualitative study Pilot study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Patients with chronic noncancer pain combined with opioid use disorder |
| Keywords | Medicine Psychology |
| Key finding | MBCT appears feasible and may help patients with chronic pain and OUD relate differently to pain and cravings. |
Abstract
Mindfulness‐based interventions have a positive impact on pain, craving, and well‐being in both patients with chronic pain and those with opioid use disorder (OUD). Although data are limited, mindfulness‐based cognitive therapy (MBCT) might be a promising treatment for patients with chronic noncancer pain combined with OUD. The aim of this qualitative study was to explore the feasibility and process of change during MBCT in this particular population.