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, Imke Hanssen, Karen Lathouwers, Linda Cillessen, S. Dekkers, S. Veldman, S. V. D. van den Heuvel, Anne E. M. Speckens, A. Schellekens
Brain and Behavior May 24, 2023 DOI: 10.1002/brb3.3005 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Qualitative study Pilot study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Patients with chronic noncancer pain combined with opioid use disorder |
| Topics | Addiction Meditation |
| Key findings | 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.