MINDFULNESS-BASED RELAPSE PREVENTION FOR ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS

Course overview

Based on the book Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention for Addictive for Addictive Behaviors: A Clinician's Guide, by Sarah Bowen, PhD; Neha Chawla, PhD; Joel Grow, PhD; and G. Alan Marlatt, PhD. Awards 8 credits upon successful completion of the 56 multiple choice test questions. This program presents a proven approach to helping people met day-to-day challenges of recovery from addiction and maximize their well-being. It integrates carefully tailored meditation practices with cognitive and behavioral skills building. It includes instructions for setting up and running Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP) groups, session-by-session implementation guidelines, and more. Participants will be able to describe the expectations and agreements from participants for each MBRP group session; the relationships among automatic pilot (or acting without awareness), mindful awareness, and relapse; several different meditations used in the sessions; how clinicians can help participants stay focused during challenging situations and not automatically give in to pressure to use substances; and ways that MBRP facilitators can assist participants in personalizing their mindfulness practice to make it a part of their daily lives. For more information, go to http://www.prpress.com/Continuing-Education-Programs_c_8.html