Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement

Launched by RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY · Sep 5, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying two approaches called Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) to help people who use multiple substances, including opioids and tobacco. The researchers want to understand how to effectively implement these techniques in clinics and see if they help participants reduce their use of opioids, tobacco, and other drugs. The trial is currently recruiting participants aged 18 and older who are English-speaking, currently on methadone, and smoke cigarettes.

If you join the study, you will participate in sessions designed to help you manage your substance use better. It's important to note that you will not be eligible if you have severe cognitive issues, are at risk of suicide, have previously trained in mindfulness, or are currently receiving treatments to quit smoking. This trial aims to find effective strategies to support individuals facing substance use challenges, and your participation could contribute to valuable insights in this important area of health.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • English-speaking
• • Age ≥18
• • Currently on methadone; and 4) currently smoke cigarettes.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Severe cognitive impairment (score \>23 on Mini Mental Status Exam) or psychosis (positive SCID Psychotic Screen)
• • Suicidal risk (score ≥7 on Suicidal Behaviors Questionnaire)
• • Inability to attend or fully participate in intervention sessions or assessments
• • Previous formal mindfulness training (e.g., MBSR, MBRP) or MORE (from the R21 or R33
• • Currently taking smoking cessation pharmacotherapy or participating in smoking cessation counseling
• • Any contraindications for NRT
• • Currently or soon planning to be pregnant or breastfeeding.