ABSTRACT
This chapter examines the utility of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) as applied to addictive behaviors, with an emphasis on substance use disorders (SUDs). Mindfulness involves being present in and attending to the moment, while being accepting and non-judgmental of that experience. Included in the chapter is the historical context, empirical support for the efficacy of MBIs, resources for social workers, and future directions for both research and practice. While mindfulness refers to a wide variety of practices, this chapter delineates the more structured mindfulness practices, such as mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and mindfulness-based relapse prevention (MBRP), to the treatment and recovery process.
