Health Condition 1: H- Substance Abuse Treatment
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Mindfulness Therapy: Twice weekly for the duration of 7 weeks
Control Intervention1: Not Applicable: Not Applicable
Sponsors
Ranjit Singha
ChristDeemed to be University
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Male and Female. 18-30 yrs of Age. High FND Score and Low GHQ.Should be residing in Bangalore for at least one year.Smoking history for more than one year but less than five years.Willing to participate for the duration of the intervention and the follow-up period. Willing to practise the interventions as instructed. Literate in English. Willing to quit smoking
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: There should be no history of any psychological disorder. Should not be taking any medication or other treatment. Age below 18 and Age above 30. Other substance addictions other than cigarette smoking.Other ways of tobacco usage besides smoking cigarettes. Previous history of mindfulness or compassion practice.Previous history of quitting smoking with the aid of a professional.Must have smoked for at least one year. Smoking history should not exceed five years.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Smoking BehaviourTimepoint: Post-test immediately after the biweekly therapy sessions, approximately 7 weeks from the start of the intervention 30-day follow-up to assess the long-term effects of the intervention | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| General HealthTimepoint: Post-test immediately after the biweekly therapy sessions, approximately 7 weeks from the start of the intervention. | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactRanjit Singha
Christ(Deemed to be University)
Outcome results
None listed