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Effects of behavioral skills training and schedule of nicotine gum administration on smoking cessation.

Author: AbramsD B, FollickM J, GoldsteinM G, NiauraR

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Overview

A study of 89 smokers comparing four different nicotine gum treatments for smoking cessation found that behavioral therapy was more effective than education alone in achieving long-term abstinence at 6 months.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Eighty-nine smokers were randomly assigned to four nicotine gum treatments for smoking cessation: behavioral treatment plus a fixed schedule of nicotine gum, behavioral treatment plus an ad lib schedule, education plus a fixed schedule, and education plus an ad lib schedule. The four treatment condi...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1176/ajp.146.1.56

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Behavioral Skills Training and Nicotine Gum for Smoking Cessation: A Desert Oasis of Hope for Smokers

The struggle to quit smoking is a common experience, like navigating a treacherous desert landscape strewn with obstacles and temptations. This study explores the effectiveness of behavioral skills training combined with nicotine gum in helping smokers break free from their addiction. The researchers, like patient desert guides, sought to find a path to success for those seeking to overcome this challenge.

Behavioral Skills Training and Nicotine Gum: A Multifaceted Approach to Smoking Cessation

This study, like a well-stocked oasis in a vast desert, offers a multifaceted approach to smoking cessation. The researchers compared the effectiveness of behavioral skills training combined with nicotine gum against education alone, finding that those who received behavioral training, like travelers guided by a knowledgeable guide, had significantly better outcomes at 6-month follow-up. This underscores the importance of addressing both psychological and physical aspects of addiction.

A Glimmer of Hope for Smokers: Potential for Success

This research, like a beacon in the desert, offers hope for smokers seeking to quit. The results suggest that a combination of behavioral skills training and nicotine gum can significantly increase the likelihood of successful cessation, providing a potential path to a smoke-free life.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study, like a well-worn path through the desert, demonstrates the effectiveness of behavioral skills training combined with nicotine gum in helping smokers quit. The research provides a glimmer of hope for those seeking to break free from their addiction, offering a roadmap to a healthier future.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1989-02-13
  2. Date Revised 2015-11-19
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

2643357

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1176/ajp.146.1.56

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English

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