Role of Yoga in Management of Substance-use Disorders: A Narrative Review

Kuppili, Pooja Patnaik; Parmar, Arpit; Gupta, Ankit; Balhara, Yatan Pal Singh

doi:10.4103/jnrp.jnrp_243_17

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“…In recent years, some review studies have been published trying to identify the benefits of physical exercise in participants who met the criteria for alcohol use disorders (AUD) or other substances use disorders [32][33][34][35][36][37][38] at different levels. Some meta-analysis have also been carried out with the same objective, focusing on SUD patients [39] and AUD patients [34].…”

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“…Aerobic exercise is the most commonly used type of exercise for drug addicts [34,39]. However, body-mind activities are increasingly used, such as yoga, tai chi, or qigong [33]. Both practices seem to be beneficial for the treatment of drug dependence, but it is unknown which of the two can generate greater benefits, and whether the use of aerobic exercise or body-mind practices may be more appropriate for aspects of mental disorders and quality of life.…”

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The Benefits of Physical Exercise on Mental Disorders and Quality of Life in Substance Use Disorders Patients. Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Giménez-Meseguer

Tortosa-Martínez

Cortell-Tormo

2020

IJERPH

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Physical exercise seems to have a promising effect on numerous variables related to the recovery of drug-dependent patients. However, some contradictions are found in the literature. The aim of this study was to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis in order to identify the effect of physical exercise on mental disorders, quality of life, abstinence, and craving, and make a comparison of the effect of exercise depending on the type of program. A search for articles was conducted using PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus databases. Studies were selected that measured the acute effects or long-term effect (≥2 weeks) of exercise in patients who met criteria for alcohol use disorders or substance use disorders. A total of 59 studies were included. An effect of exercise on mental disorders (standardized mean differences (SMD) = 0.66 (confidence interval (CI): 0.46, 0.86); z = 6.50; p < 0.00001) and quality of life (SMD = 0.69 (95% CI: 0.53, 0.84); z = 8.65; p < 0.00001) was identified. Subgroup analysis revealed an effect of exercise in craving (SMD = 0.80 (CI: 0.07, 1.53); z = 2.15, p = 0.03), stress (SMD = 1.11 (CI: 0.31, 1.91); = 2.73; p = 0.006), anxiety (SMD = 0.50 (CI: 0.16, 0.84); z = 2.88; p = 0.004) and depression (SMD = 0.63 (CI: 0.34, 0.92); z = 4.31; p < 0.0001). Body–mind activities and programs based on improving physical conditions produced similar results in mental disorders and quality of life. Available evidence indicates that physical exercise, both body–mind and physical fitness programs, can be effective in improving mental disorders, craving, and quality of life in drug-dependent patients.

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The Benefits of Physical Exercise on Mental Disorders and Quality of Life in Substance Use Disorders Patients. Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Giménez-Meseguer

Tortosa-Martínez

Cortell-Tormo

2020

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“…Similarly, interventions such as yoga are increasingly being studied in patients with SUDs and are found to be effective for at least some substance-related parameters. [ 91 ] However, they are yet to be studied in patients with comorbid PD.…”

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Comorbidity of Personality Disorder among Substance Use Disorder Patients: A Narrative Review

Parmar¹,

Kaloiya²

2018

Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine

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Comorbidity of personality disorders (PDs) and substance use disorders (SUDs) is common in clinical practice. Borderline PD and antisocial PD are particularly found to be associated with SUDs. Our review suggests that the overall prevalence of PD ranges from 10% to 14.8% in the normal population and from 34.8% to 73.0% in patients treated for addictions. Even though the types of PD seen in patients with drug and alcohol use disorder are similar, the prevalence of any PD is higher among patients with drug use disorder than alcohol use disorder. The higher comorbidity between these two conditions has been explained by a primary personality pathology followed by a secondary development of a SUD. The comorbidity with PD positively correlates with the severity of the SUD. Comorbid PD among patients with SUDs is a predictor of poor prognosis in terms of poorer treatment response and outcome. Psychotherapy is the mainstay of treatment in comorbid condition with dialectical behavioral therapy, dynamic deconstructive psychotherapy, and dual-focused schema therapy having the most evidence base. Pharmacotherapy is primarily indicated for the acute crisis management or for the treatment of other comorbid conditions such as psychosis and depression. However, the evidence is insufficient as of now to suggest one treatment over the other. Further research is required to identify more efficacious treatment approaches for this comorbidity.

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“…Studies of yoga in correctional facilities have shown yoga can improve mood, perceived stress, and psychological distress and reduce antisocial behavior among people experiencing incarceration ( Bilderbeck et al, 2013 ; Kerekes et al, 2017 ). Previous studies of yoga for managing substance use disorders suggest yoga reduces substance-related cravings and increases self-reported abstinence ( Kuppili et al, 2018 ). When taught in correctional and reentry settings, yoga and meditation may improve stress and reduce post-release substance use ( Auty et al, 2017 ; Wimberly et al, 2018 ).…”

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Program evaluation of trauma-informed yoga for vulnerable populations

Tibbitts

Aicher

Sugg³

et al. 2021

Evaluation and Program Planning

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Background: Trauma is highly prevalent among vulnerable populations, including those who are incarcerated, in treatment for substance use, or seeking mental health services. Trauma-informed yoga seeks to create a safer yoga practice for individuals with a trauma history and may improve emotional and physical wellbeing. Thus, we conducted an evaluation of a trauma-informed yoga program to gain insight into participant experiences. Methods: Trauma-informed yoga classes were led by trained volunteers and held in three sectors that work with vulnerable populations: corrections and reentry, substance use treatment and recovery, and community and mental health. Data were collected via anonymous survey using a retrospective pre-post design. The survey instrument captured reasons for student participation and perceived effects of yoga on emotional and physical wellbeing. Results: Students were motivated to participate in yoga classes by expectations of physical, mental, and spiritual benefit. Students reported perceived improvements in emotional and physical wellbeing and greater use of self-regulation skills after starting yoga. Conclusion: Our findings suggest trauma-informed yoga is perceived as beneficial by vulnerable individuals, especially those in the correctional system or recovering from substance use. Our results support the value of offering trauma-informed yoga in institutionalized and community settings. Improvements in emotional and physical wellbeing warrant formal study.

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Role of Yoga in Management of Substance-use Disorders: A Narrative Review

Cited by 37 publications

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The Benefits of Physical Exercise on Mental Disorders and Quality of Life in Substance Use Disorders Patients. Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

The Benefits of Physical Exercise on Mental Disorders and Quality of Life in Substance Use Disorders Patients. Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Comorbidity of Personality Disorder among Substance Use Disorder Patients: A Narrative Review

Program evaluation of trauma-informed yoga for vulnerable populations

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