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Programmed therapeutic messages as a smoking treatment adjunct: reducing the impact of negative affect.

Author: BrandonT H, CopelandA L, SaperZ L

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.
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Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.Research funding provided by the Public Health Service (PHS).

Overview

Providing smokers with personalized therapeutic messages on audiotape players did not improve maintenance of smoking cessation gains compared to standard cognitive-behavioral therapy alone. However, the frequency of device use predicted coping skill use and smoking rates.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Maintaining treatment gains remains a challenge to smoking cessation programs. Smokers prone to negative affect are most likely to relapse. In an effort to improve maintenance, a standard cognitive-behavioral treatment was supplemented with the provision of computer-controlled audiotape players cont...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1037//0278-6133.14.1.41

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Fighting Smoking Relapse: A New Weapon in the Arsenal

Breaking the chains of addiction is a challenging journey, and for smokers, relapse often presents a significant obstacle in achieving long-term cessation. This study investigates the potential of personalized therapeutic messages delivered via computer-controlled audiotape players as an adjunct to standard cognitive-behavioral treatment for smoking cessation, aiming to improve treatment maintenance, particularly for smokers prone to negative affect.

Personalized Messages: A Beacon in the Desert of Relapse

The study compared the effectiveness of standard cognitive-behavioral treatment alone to treatment supplemented with the personalized audiotape players. While no significant difference in outcomes was observed during the 1-year follow-up, the frequency of device use was a significant predictor of post-treatment coping skill use and smoking rate. Interestingly, the provision of the devices negated the usual association between negative affect and poorer outcomes, suggesting a potential benefit for smokers struggling with mood-related relapse triggers.

Harnessing Technology for a Healthier Future

This study underscores the potential of personalized therapeutic messages, delivered via technology, as a valuable tool for improving smoking cessation outcomes. The findings suggest that tailoring treatment approaches to individual needs and utilizing technology to deliver support can significantly enhance the chances of long-term abstinence. Further research is needed to explore the optimal implementation and effectiveness of these approaches.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

The desert of addiction is vast and unforgiving, but with innovative tools and tailored strategies, we can empower individuals to break free from its grip. This study offers a glimpse into the potential of personalized therapeutic messages, a beacon of hope for those seeking a healthier, smoke-free life.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1995-06-02
  2. Date Revised 2019-10-23
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

7737072

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1037//0278-6133.14.1.41

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