Mindfulness-Based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Gambling Disorder

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Gambling Disorder

To compare two group psychological interventions for Gambling Disorder in terms of effectiveness and efficacy. One group is based in cognitive-behavioral therapy (TAU) and the other group is based in TAU with Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention (Chawla, Marlatt & Gordon, 2011). Both interventions are composed by 14 weekly sessions, and follow-up to a month, three months, six months, one and two years.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Gambling Disorder (DSM-5; APA, 2013).
• 18 years or older.
• Males and females.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Current psychosis or other severe/acute mental disorder.
• Current substance abuse.
• Intellectual disability.
• Under 18 years.