This literature review, based on the work of Chiesa and Serretti (2014), investigates the effectiveness of mindfulness-based interventions in treating substance use disorders. The review analyzed 24 studies, revealing that mindfulness interventions can reduce the consumption of alcohol, cigarettes, and other substances, as well as decrease cravings. The review highlights the link between substance abuse and increased risks of physical and mental health conditions. The methodology involved searching electronic databases, applying inclusion and exclusion criteria, and assessing study quality using the Jadad scale. The review found that mindfulness-based interventions are effective in improving mental health outcomes and reducing the rate of substance abuse and related health issues. The review also discusses the psychological and neurological mechanisms behind the effectiveness of mindfulness, suggesting that mindfulness can be a natural state of mind that can be leveraged to reduce the consumption of alcohol and other drugs and prevent the development of mental health conditions. The review references several other studies supporting the therapeutic benefits of mindfulness in the context of substance abuse.