Mindfulness intervention for treating problem gambling in Sweden

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study tests the effects of adding a mindfulness intervention to standard treatment for patients with gambling problems. Participants will be compared to a waitlist control group that will receive the mindfulness intervention after two months. The primary goal is to reduce gambling behavior, while secondary goals include decreasing symptoms of depression and anxiety. Additionally, participants who complete the mindfulness intervention may take part in qualitative interviews to explore the feasibility and challenges of this approach.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Enrolled in any kind of treatment for problem gambling at a regional health care unit for problem gambling or at any municipal social service unit for problem gambling, and who provides informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Inability to provide informed consent due to language difficulties or due to severe mental health problems, or because of mental health problems requiring urgent psychiatric management (such as suicidal, homicidal, delirious or psychotic behavior)

Where it's running

• Malmö Addiction Center
  Malmö, Sweden Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Anders Håkansson, PhD
• Email: anders_c.hakansson@med.lu.se
• Phone: +46 46 175596

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.