Am J Psychiatry February 2024 PMID 38196335

Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement for Veterans and Military Personnel on Long-Term Opioid Therapy for Chronic Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Eric L Garland, Yoshio Nakamura, Craig J Bryan, Adam W Hanley, Anna Parisi, Brett Froeliger, William R Marchand, Gary W Donaldson

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What people are saying

The collective discussions reflect strong enthusiasm and support for the trial's positive outcomes, with words like 'impact,' 'efficacy,' and 'significant' emphasizing the potential influence of the research. The tone and references to ongoing studies and neural discoveries show a deep engagement and belief in the importance of this work for future clinical practices.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions express strong support for the findings, highlighting the effectiveness of MORE in reducing pain and opioid use among military veterans.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high interest, mentioning specific improvements like reduced opioid doses and emotional well-being, and noting excitement about multiple highlighted articles.

EngagementHigh engagement

Several posts delve into research details, referencing the significance of the trial, the neural mechanisms, and future studies, indicating deep engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions suggest that this study could influence mental health and pain management practices in military and medical communities, emphasizing real-world implications.

Abstract in brief

  • This clinical trial tested the effectiveness of Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) in helping military veterans and personnel on long-term opioid therapy for chronic pain, comparing it with supportive psychotherapy.
  • Results showed that MORE was better at reducing pain-related interference, pain severity, and opioid dosage over 8 months, with a 20.7% reduction in opioid dose versus 3.9% with supportive therapy; it also improved emotional well-being and cognitive processes related to pain and craving.
  • Although there was no significant overall difference in opioid misuse between groups, the in-person MORE intervention was more effective than supportive therapy in decreasing misuse and modulating factors like craving, attention to drug cues, and positive emotional states.]

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Eric L. Garland
@DrEricGarland · X

Today in American Journal of Psychiatry my colleagues and I published a full-scale clinical trial showing that Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) reduces chronic pain and opioid use in veterans and military personnel. https://t.co/wWNwXzVIJZ

Jan 10, 2024 · 47 likes · 10 shares · 1,446 followers View post →
Eric L. Garland
@DrEricGarland · X

Big honor to have our new paper on Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) as one of two articles highlighted in the February issue of AJP @APAPubJournals! Another clinical trial demonstrating MORE’s efficacy for chronic pain & opioid use. https://t.co/wWNwXzVaUr https://t.co/637HUHQWDM

Feb 9, 2024 · 20 likes · 2 shares · 1,446 followers View post →
Sahib Khalsa
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Had a great time hosting @DrEricGarland at LIBR and seeing the impact of Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) on mental health. In this latest paper, an average morphine equivalent daily dose reduction of 21.6 milligrams. That’s real weight! https://t.co/FC7bQiQRyI https://t.co/nixY0cWkM3

Feb 7, 2024 · 12 likes · 1 share · 2,105 followers View post →
Eric L. Garland
@DrEricGarland · X

This is super cool @Yuefeng_Huang and @bic_ismms team, especially given that my other paper on MORE was also highlighted by the AJP editor. Just wait until the Mt. Sinai MORE trial is finished - the neural mechanistic discoveries will be amazing! https://t.co/wWNwXzVIJZ https://t.co/lVIS2fTaKX

Feb 10, 2024 · 7 likes · 1 share · 1,446 followers View post →
Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
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AJP Deputy Editor Danny Pine highlights two articles from the February 2024 issue. https://t.co/zjLz3sGjtO

Feb 9, 2024 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 11,606 followers View post →
Eric L. Garland
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And this trial: https://t.co/wWNwXzVaUr

Mar 26, 2024 · 3 likes · 1,446 followers View post →

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Eric L. Garland
@DrEricGarland · X

And this trial: https://t.co/wWNwXzVaUr

Mar 26, 2024 · 3 likes · 1,446 followers View post →
Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
@APAPubJournals · X

3. “Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement for Veterans and Military Personnel on Long-Term Opioid Therapy for Chronic Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial,” by Eric L. Garland, Ph.D., et al. 3/4 https://t.co/zF8cmnzdgI

Feb 16, 2024 · 11,606 followers View post →
Fruitascade
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RT @APAPubJournals: AJP Deputy Editor Danny Pine highlights two articles from the February 2024 issue. https://t.co/zjLz3sGjtO

Feb 10, 2024 · 2 shares · 132 followers View post →
Fruitascade
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RT @DrEricGarland: Big honor to have our new paper on Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) as one of two articles highlighted i…

Feb 10, 2024 · 2 shares · 132 followers View post →
Yuefeng Huang
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RT @DrEricGarland: This is super cool @Yuefeng_Huang and @bic_ismms team, especially given that my other paper on MORE was also highlighted…

Feb 10, 2024 · 1 share · 94 followers View post →
Eric L. Garland
@DrEricGarland · X

This is super cool @Yuefeng_Huang and @bic_ismms team, especially given that my other paper on MORE was also highlighted by the AJP editor. Just wait until the Mt. Sinai MORE trial is finished - the neural mechanistic discoveries will be amazing! https://t.co/wWNwXzVIJZ https://t.co/lVIS2fTaKX

Feb 10, 2024 · 7 likes · 1 share · 1,446 followers View post →
Mitika K
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RT @APAPubJournals: Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement for Veterans and Military Personnel on Long-Term Opioid Therapy for Chronic P…

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Mitika K
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RT @DrEricGarland: Big honor to have our new paper on Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) as one of two articles highlighted i…

Feb 10, 2024 · 2 shares · 1,392 followers View post →
Eric L. Garland
@DrEricGarland · X

Big honor to have our new paper on Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) as one of two articles highlighted in the February issue of AJP @APAPubJournals! Another clinical trial demonstrating MORE’s efficacy for chronic pain & opioid use. https://t.co/wWNwXzVaUr https://t.co/637HUHQWDM

Feb 9, 2024 · 20 likes · 2 shares · 1,446 followers View post →
Eric L. Garland
@DrEricGarland · X

RT @APAPubJournals: AJP Deputy Editor Danny Pine highlights two articles from the February 2024 issue. https://t.co/zjLz3sGjtO

Feb 9, 2024 · 2 shares · 1,446 followers View post →
Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
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Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement for Veterans and Military Personnel on Long-Term Opioid Therapy for Chronic Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial Eric L. Garland, Ph.D., et al. https://t.co/zF8cmnzdgI

Feb 9, 2024 · 2 likes · 1 share · 11,606 followers View post →
Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
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AJP Deputy Editor Danny Pine highlights two articles from the February 2024 issue. https://t.co/zjLz3sGjtO

Feb 9, 2024 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 11,606 followers View post →
Laureate Institute for Brain Research
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RT @KhalsaLab: Had a great time hosting @DrEricGarland at LIBR and seeing the impact of Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) on…

Feb 8, 2024 · 1 share · 656 followers View post →
Sahib Khalsa
@KhalsaLab · X

Had a great time hosting @DrEricGarland at LIBR and seeing the impact of Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) on mental health. In this latest paper, an average morphine equivalent daily dose reduction of 21.6 milligrams. That’s real weight! https://t.co/FC7bQiQRyI https://t.co/nixY0cWkM3

Feb 7, 2024 · 12 likes · 1 share · 2,105 followers View post →
UofU3i
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A new #COVID19 pub from @UUtah researchers! Check it out: Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement for Veterans and Military Personnel on Long-Term Opioid Therapy for Chronic Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial https://t.co/spkuwKjIey @UofUResearch

Feb 2, 2024 · 1,185 followers View post →
Aude Molinard-Chenu
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RT @DrEricGarland: Today in American Journal of Psychiatry my colleagues and I published a full-scale clinical trial showing that Mindfulne…

Jan 17, 2024 · 10 shares · 16 followers View post →
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RT @DrEricGarland: Today in American Journal of Psychiatry my colleagues and I published a full-scale clinical trial showing that Mindfulne…

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Anna Parisi, PhD
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Check out the latest evidence for Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) in the American Journal of Psychiatry from @DrEricGarland https://t.co/nwRWmIpggd

Jan 12, 2024 · 1 like · 185 followers View post →
Tim Dalgleish
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RT @DrEricGarland: Today in American Journal of Psychiatry my colleagues and I published a full-scale clinical trial showing that Mindfulne…

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RT @DrEricGarland: Today in American Journal of Psychiatry my colleagues and I published a full-scale clinical trial showing that Mindfulne…

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RT @DrEricGarland: Today in American Journal of Psychiatry my colleagues and I published a full-scale clinical trial showing that Mindfulne…

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Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
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Among military personnel, Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement led to sustained decreases in chronic pain and opioid use. https://t.co/8kNMAtxR8K https://t.co/IBrbX1zY1t

Jan 11, 2024 · 11,606 followers View post →
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RT @DrEricGarland: Today in American Journal of Psychiatry my colleagues and I published a full-scale clinical trial showing that Mindfulne…

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Adam W. Hanley
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@Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement decreased #ChronicPain and #opioid use at the same time among past and present #Military personnel (n=230). Funded by @CDMRP. Online first @APA_Publishing. Congrats @DrEricGarland! https://t.co/oBGNtbHsko https://t.co/mRvEmAiBAN

Jan 10, 2024 · 1 like · 258 followers View post →
Benjamin Toll
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RT @DrEricGarland: Today in American Journal of Psychiatry my colleagues and I published a full-scale clinical trial showing that Mindfulne…

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Elena Lopez
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RT @DrEricGarland: Today in American Journal of Psychiatry my colleagues and I published a full-scale clinical trial showing that Mindfulne…

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RT @DrEricGarland: Today in American Journal of Psychiatry my colleagues and I published a full-scale clinical trial showing that Mindfulne…

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RT @DrEricGarland: Today in American Journal of Psychiatry my colleagues and I published a full-scale clinical trial showing that Mindfulne…

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Eric L. Garland
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Today in American Journal of Psychiatry my colleagues and I published a full-scale clinical trial showing that Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) reduces chronic pain and opioid use in veterans and military personnel. https://t.co/wWNwXzVIJZ

Jan 10, 2024 · 47 likes · 10 shares · 1,446 followers View post →
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