A Longitudinal Investigation on the Relation between Self-Compassion and Alcohol Use in a Treatment Sample: A Brief Report

• Main Authors: Alisa R Garner (Author), Sarah E Gilbert (Author), Ryan C Shorey (Author), Kristina C Gordon (Author), Todd M Moore (Author), Gregory L Stuart (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: SAGE Publishing, 2020-02-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Alcohol misuse is often a chronic problem such that relapses following treatment are common. One potential protective factor for alcohol misuse is self-compassion, which includes self-kindness, feelings of common humanity, and mindfulness when faced with personal suffering and hardships. This study...