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Comparing the effectiveness of two therapy

Comparing the effectiveness of schema therapy and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on coping strategies, craving, self-efficacy for quitting, and treatment motivation in people with stimulant abuse

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
IRCT
Registry ID
IRCT20250215064733N1
Enrollment
45
Registered
2025-03-06
Start date
2025-03-05
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2025-07-21

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Conditions

People with stimulant abuse.

Interventions

Intervention 1: Intervention group :Schema therapy combines the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy, Gestalt attachment, object relations, constructivism, and psychoanalysis into a valuable the

Sponsors

Islamic Azad University
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
All
Age
25 Years to 35 Years

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Participants in the study must have had a stimulant abuse disorder for at least one year. Participate in the research with informed consent. Must have at least reading and writing skills. Be between 25-35 years old. Stay in inpatient centers without medication.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: People who have a history of problems such as dizziness, heart or kidney failure. People with mental disorders that create a gap in the research process.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Stimulants are a group of psychoactive substances that are widely used today. The use of these substances is associated with severe psychological, social, and economic consequences. Timepoint: The duration of this period is two months before and after the start. Method of measurement: In this study, stimulants include amphetamines, crystal meth, caffeine, nicotine, and cocaine.;Coping strategies refer to a set of methods and techniques that people use to manage and reduce stress and life challenges. Effective use of these strategies can help people reduce stress, feel more in control of their lives, and achieve more positive outcomes when facing challenges, ultimately leading to improved quality of life and mental health. Timepoint: The duration of this period is two months before and after the start. Method of measurement: In this study, coping strategies refer to the score that the subject obtains from the Instant Craving Questionnaire, Lazarus and Folkman (2002).;Drug craving can be considered a personal experience and a multidimensional phenomenon that is mixed with the desire to obtain a pleasant feeling or overcome an unpleasant feeling. Timepoint: The duration of this period is two months before and after the start. Method of measurement: In this study, craving refers to the score that the subject obtains from the Instant Craving Questionnaire, Franken et al. (2002).;Self-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in performing a specific activity or behavior to achieve a specific goal. Timepoint: The duration of this period is two months before and after the start. Method of measurement: In this study, quitting self-efficacy refers to the score that the subject obtains from the Bramson (1999) Quitting Self-Efficacy Questionnaire.;Treatment motivation is a dynamic process that responds to interpersonal influences, including feedback and awareness of the different choices available. Motivation is a strong predictor of addiction treatment outcomes. Timepoint: Th

Countries

Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Contacts

Public Contacthoma choheili

Islamic Azad University

homach31@gmail.com+98 61 3222 5108

Outcome results

None listed

Source: IRCT (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026