درمان مبتنی بر پذیرش و تعهد و اختلالات مصرف مواد: مروری نظری و پژوهشی

Substance abuse disorder is define as frequent and abnormal use of drugs and/or alcohol often resulting in considerable distress and dysfunction in personal, social, and occupational activities. There are various treatment approaches to address substance abuse disorders. However, treatment of substance abuse disorders remains difficult, so much so that frequent relapses is a complicating feature of such disorders. The third wave of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) includes new approaches and methods potentially capable of addressing complex cases in substance abuse. The aim of the present research was to review from theoretical and research points of view the efficacy of ACT in treating substance abuse disorders. Use was made of library and documentary research methods. Based on theoretical and research principles, it might be stated that acceptance and commitment therapy is a promising intervention approach to cure substance abuse disorders. However, in order to enhance efficacy, a larger bulk of research making use of bigger samples and longer follow-up periods would be necessary. In addition, a careful study of treatment mechanism would be critical before a theoretical model and treatment protocol for substance abuse disorders could be formed. Finally, ACT is recommended as an influential intervention approach to remedy substance abuse disorders.