Effect of Psychological Vulnerability on Interoceptive Sensitivity, Awareness and Accuracy among Individuals with Amphetamine Addiction

The present study examined the effect of Psychological Vulnerability on Interoceptive sensitivity, Awareness and Accuracy among individuals with amphetamine addiction. This research states that there is a relationship between psychological vulnerability and Interoceptive sensitivity, awareness and accuracy. 200 participants were selected from different rehabilitation centers and hospitals of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. They were selected by non-probability purposive sampling. Psychological Vulnerability Scale, Multidimensional Assessment of Awareness Scale, Interoceptive Accuracy Scale and Body sensation questionnaire were used for data collection. SPSS used for data analysis. Correlation and regression analysis was used to analyze the hypotheses. Results showed that Psychological Vulnerability is significant negatively correlated with Interoceptive Awareness and Interoceptive Accuracy. Interoceptive Sensitivity is significant positive correlated with Interoceptive Awareness and non-significant negative correlated with Interoceptive Accuracy. Psychological Vulnerability is non-significant positive correlated with Interoceptive Sensitivity. These results revealed that higher psychological vulnerability is associated with reduced interoceptive sensitivity, accuracy, and awareness among amphetamine addicts.By acknowledging the prevalence of amphetamine addiction in our society and its adverse effects on interception we can develop variety of self- awareness programs for individuals with addiction and their families to assist them in everyday intimidating circumstances. In order to better understand and manage addiction, these findings highlight the complex interplay between psychological factors and interoception in the context of amphetamine addiction. They also highlight the need for thorough assessments, intervention, and awareness programs that address both psychological vulnerabilities and interoceptive processes.