. The Effectiveness of Metacognitive Training on Sense of Coherence and Quality of Life in Spouses of Addicted Men

The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of metacognitive training on sense of coherence and quality of life in spouses of addicted men.

The research method was quasi-experimental with pretest- posttest design with control group and 3-months follow-up. The statistical population of this study consisted of the wives of addicted men who referred to Dr. Moeini addiction treatment and rehabilitation center in Gorgan from 2008 to 2018. Using convenience sampling method, 30 persons were selected based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria and were assigned randomly in experimental group (15) and control group (15).The experimental group received metacognitive training for depression for 8 sessions. Antonovsky's sense of coherence Questionnaire (1987) and WHOQOL-BREF scale (1996) were used for data collection.

The results showed that metacognitive training led to significant increase in sense of coherence (P<.01), Overall quality of life (P<.05), physical health (P<.01) and environmental health (P<.05) in addicted men's wives.

metacognitive training through identifying and modifying thought processes can be used as an effective intervention in spouses of addicted men.