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NCT Number: NCT07483918

Mindfulness-Based Psychoeducation With Substance Use and Anxiety Disorders

This observational study evaluated a structured mindfulness-based psychoeducation program focused on emotional awareness, forgiveness, and self-awareness to reduce anxiety and support recovery from substance use in adults. Participants completed the program to assess its feasibility and impact on stress levels and coping skills.

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Key information

Conditions

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Anxiety Disorder Generalized Anxiety Disorders Chemically-Induced Disorders Generalized Anxiety Disorder Mental Disorders Substance-Related Disorders

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Bout Me Healing

Boca Raton, Florida, 33496, United States

About this study

This study aimed to examine the effects of a mindfulness-based psychoeducation program on adults with co-occurring substance use and anxiety disorders. The program included structured sessions on mindfulness, emotional awareness, forgiveness, and self-awareness, designed to help participants manage stress, improve coping skills, and support long-term recovery. Participants engaged in guided exercises, group discussions, and reflective practices to reinforce these skills.

The study employed an observational, single-group design with open-label procedures. Three adult participants were enrolled, all meeting criteria for a diagnosis of substance use disorder and an anxiety disorder, excluding individuals currently in detoxification. The primary outcomes measured were reductions in stress and anxiety levels, as well as improvements in coping strategies related to substance use recovery. Secondary outcomes included participant engagement, self-reported mindfulness skills, and perceived emotional well-being.

Participants engaged in a 12-week structured mindfulness-based psychoeducation program designed to improve emotional awareness, coping strategies, and long-term recovery. The intervention incorporated guided mindfulness exercises, forgiveness practices, and self-awareness training to help participants manage anxiety and substance use. Assessments were conducted at baseline, program completion (12 weeks), and follow-up at 6 months and 12 months to measure outcomes related to stress, anxiety, and sobriety maintenance.

The study was conducted in Boca Raton, FL, and has been completed. Data from this pilot program provides preliminary insights into the feasibility and potential benefits of mindfulness-based psychoeducation for supporting recovery and mental health in adults with dual diagnoses.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Adults 18 years or older
  • Diagnosed with a substance use disorder
  • Diagnosed with an anxiety disorder
  • Able and willing to participate in mindfulness-based psychoeducation sessions

Exclusion criteria

  • Currently enrolled in a detoxification or medical stabilization program
  • Severe cognitive impairment or psychiatric instability that would prevent participation in the study

Treatment and study plan

mindfulness-based psychoeducation program

Behavioral

Participants engaged in a structured 12-week mindfulness-based psychoeducation program designed to improve emotional awareness, coping strategies, and long-term recovery from substance use and anxiety disorders. 12 weeks, with follow-ups at 6 months and 12 months to evaluate outcomes related to anxiety reduction, stress management, and sobriety maintenance.

Other names: Mindfulness Program for Recovery, Forgiveness & Self-Awareness Training

Primary outcomes

  1. Change in Anxiety

    Time frame: Baseline, 12 weeks, 6 months, and 12 months

    Measure: State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) Description: Participants' anxiety levels will be assessed using the validated State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI). Changes in STAI scores will be observed across assessment intervals to evaluate patterns of anxiety reduction associated with mindfulness-based psychoeducation.

  2. Change in Perceived Stress

    Time frame: Time Frame: Baseline, 12 weeks, 6 months, 12 months

    Measure: Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) Description: Participants' perceived stress levels will be assessed using the validated Perceived Stress Scale (PSS). Changes in PSS scores will be observed across assessment intervals to evaluate patterns of stress reduction associated with mindfulness-based psychoeducation.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Maintenance of Sobriety Duration Following Mindfulness-Based Psychoeducation

    Time frame: Up to 12 months after baseline

    Maintenance of sobriety will be evaluated through participant self-report of continued abstinence from substances following participation in mindfulness-based psychoeducation. Duration of sobriety will be documented at follow-up intervals to observe patterns of sustained recovery, emotional stability, and relapse prevention associated with mindfulness-based behavioral support.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Bout Me Healing

Industry

Registry information

Official study title

Mindfulness-Based Psychoeducation for Adults With Substance Use and Anxiety Disorders

Acronym: MBPASA

Important dates

Study start
2016
Primary completion
2016
Study completion
2017
First posted
Mar 19, 2026
Registry last updated
Mar 19, 2026

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