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[Effectiveness of a group therapy intervention to quit smoking. Randomized clinical trial].

Author: AsensioAngel, BecerrilBeatriz, CamarellesFrancisco, Jiménez-RuizCarlos, RoderoDolores, VidallerOlga

Clinical TrialA clinical trial is a planned study conducted on humans to evaluate the efficacy and safety of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and treatment methods. It aims to explore the possibilities of new treatments and improve the health of patients.
Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

This study compared the effectiveness of group therapy to individual therapy for smoking cessation.
Paper Details　
Original Abstract of the Article :
Group therapy is a widely used technique for the treatment of tobacco, alcohol and other toxic addictions. Nevertheless, its effectiveness for smoking cessation remains to be established. Our objective was to evaluate the relative effectiveness of a group intervention versus an individual interventi...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/s0025-7753(02)73312-5

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Group Therapy for Smoking Cessation: A Journey Through the Desert of Behavioral Therapy

This research explores the effectiveness of [group therapy] in promoting [smoking cessation]. The study, like a camel navigating the vast desert of behavioral therapy, conducted a [randomized clinical trial] to compare the effectiveness of [group therapy] versus [individual therapy] in supporting smokers in their quit attempts.

Group Therapy's Effectiveness in Smoking Cessation

The study found that [group therapy] was [as effective as individual therapy] in promoting [smoking cessation]. These findings suggest that [group therapy] can be a valuable alternative for [smokers] seeking [support and guidance] in their quit attempts.

Navigating the Desert of Smoking Cessation

This research, like a camel navigating the vast desert of smoking cessation, highlights the importance of [personalized treatment approaches] that cater to the individual needs of [smokers]. The study's findings, like shimmering mirages, point towards a future where [group therapy] plays a greater role in supporting [smokers] in their journey to quit.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research, like a lone oasis in the desert of behavioral therapy, provides valuable evidence for the effectiveness of [group therapy] in promoting [smoking cessation]. The study's findings, like shimmering mirages, suggest that [group therapy] can be a powerful tool for supporting [smokers] in their quest for a healthier lifestyle.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2002-10-28
  2. Date Revised 2022-04-08
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

12084370

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/s0025-7753(02)73312-5

SNS
PICO Info
in preparation
Languages

Spanish

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