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Substance Abuse
Lauren Arancini, Ron Borland, Michael Le Grande, Mohammadreza Mohebbi, Seetal Dodd, Olivia M. Dean, Michael Berk, Ann McNeill, Geoffrey T. Fong, K. Michael Cummings
Summary: The study found that older smokers were more likely to smoke daily and less likely to attempt and succeed in quitting smoking. Younger smokers were more likely to achieve at least 30 days of abstinence, but the age effect disappeared when controlling for heaviness of smoking. Significant interactions were found between age and intention when predicting quit attempts, and age and heaviness of smoking when predicting quit success.
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Urology & Nephrology
Richard S. Matulewicz, Ramsankar Basak, Ibardo Zambrano, Bianca A. Dearing, Daniel Schatz, Omar El Shahawy, Scott Sherman, Marc A. Bjurlin
Summary: Among survivors of genitourinary cancers, those with a reported history of smoking-related cancers had a higher prevalence of current cigarette smoking and reported more frequent receipt of smoking cessation counseling, but did not attempt to quit smoking any more often.
JOURNAL OF UROLOGY
(2021)
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Substance Abuse
Carla J. Berg, Xuejing Duan, Katelyn Romm, Kim Pulvers, Daisy Le, Yan Ma, Nandita Krishnan, Lorien C. Abroms, Betelihem Getachew, Lisa Henriksen
Summary: Young adult e-cigarette users demonstrate distinct user profiles and cessation-related experiences, including different usage patterns and proportions of readiness to quit.
NICOTINE & TOBACCO RESEARCH
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jaehyung Kong, Sung-il Cho
Summary: The study found that in Korea, higher tobacco outlet density was associated with lower likelihood of smokers attempting to quit. These findings support the implementation of national policies to restrict the number of tobacco outlets within communities or zones and limit tobacco marketing.
EPIDEMIOLOGY AND HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Angela Wangari Walter, Ju-Whei Lee, Joanna M. Streck, Ilana F. Gareen, Benjamin A. Herman, Sheetal M. Kircher, Ruth C. Carlos, Shaji K. Kumar, Ingrid A. Mayer, Nabil F. Saba, Timothy S. Fenske, Joel W. Neal, Michael B. Atkins, Frank S. Hodi, Christos E. Kyriakopoulos, Clare M. Tempany-Afdhal, Tait D. Shanafelt, Lynne I. Wagner, Stephanie R. Land, Jamie S. Ostroff, Elyse R. Park
Summary: Neighborhood socioeconomic disadvantage is associated with smoking and less cessation support among patients diagnosed with cancer. It is important to provide increased cessation support for patients from disadvantaged neighborhoods.
Review
Psychology, Biological
Elias M. Klemperer, Joanna M. Streck, Nicola Lindson, Julia C. West, Alan Su, John R. Hughes, Matthew J. Carpenter
Summary: The prevalence of smoking cessation in the U.S. remains low and most smokers are not ready to quit in the near future. More research is needed to study interventions for promoting quit attempts among individuals not motivated to quit tobacco.
EXPERIMENTAL AND CLINICAL PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
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Psychology, Clinical
Danusha Selva Kumar, Meghan Peterson, Chenshu Zhang, Pebbles Fagan, Shadi Nahvi
Summary: The study found that menthol smoking is prevalent among smokers with opioid use disorder, but it is not significantly associated with success in quit attempts and cessation behavior.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2021)
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Oncology
Randi M. Williams, Marisa Cordon, Ellie Eyestone, Laney Smith, George Luta, Brady J. McKee, Shawn M. Regis, David B. Abrams, Raymond S. Niaura, Cassandra A. Stanton, Vicky Parikh, Kathryn L. Taylor
Summary: This study found that lung cancer screening could serve as a teachable moment for smoking cessation, with individuals who were extremely worried about lung cancer being more motivated to quit smoking and more ready to quit within the next 30 days.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Alison F. Cuccia, Minal Patel, Michael S. Amato, Daniel K. Stephens, Stephanie N. Yoon, Donna M. Vallone
Summary: While youth and young adult e-cigarette use has increased in the U.S., this study found that over half of young e-cigarette users expressed intentions to quit, emphasizing the critical need for policies and resources to support e-cigarette cessation among young people.
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE REPORTS
(2021)
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Psychology, Clinical
Shannon Gravely, Gang Meng, David Hammond, Andrew Hyland, K. Michael Cummings, Ron Borland, Karin A. Kasza, Hua-Hie Yong, Mary E. Thompson, Anne C. K. Quah, Janine Ouimet, Nadia Martin, Richard J. O'Connor, Katherine A. East, Ann McNeill, Christian Boudreau, David T. Levy, David T. Sweanor, Geoffrey T. Fong
Summary: Daily use of NVPs is associated with increased attempts to quit smoking and abstinence from smoking cigarettes. Those who started daily vaping were more likely to attempt to quit smoking and successfully quit compared to those who did not vape.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Amanda Kaufmann, David A. F. Haaga
Summary: Research indicates that supplementing expectancy challenge with a behavioral activation intervention promoting increased exposure to alternative reinforcers can increase motivation to quit and induce actual quit attempts among young adult smokers. This study found that participants in the combined intervention group were significantly more likely to make a quit attempt compared to the cognitive-only or control group. These findings provide preliminary evidence for the utility of the brief cognitive-behavioral intervention in promoting smoking cessation attempts.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2023)
Article
Substance Abuse
Yoonseo Mok, Jihyoun Jeon, David T. Levy, Rafael Meza
Summary: This study examines the effects of e-cigarette use and flavors on smoking cessation outcomes. The results show that using flavored e-cigarettes, especially menthol or mint, is associated with higher odds of quit attempts and quit success.
NICOTINE & TOBACCO RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Morgan Snell, David Harless, Sunny Shin, Peter Cunningham, Andrew Barnes
Summary: Adult smokers with symptoms of any mental illness (AMI) have higher nicotine dependence and face difficulties in quitting smoking. The interaction between nicotine dependence and AMI plays a crucial role in cessation outcomes.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2021)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Saul Shiffman, Michael J. Hannon
Summary: Some smokers switch to e-cigarettes for smoking cessation, but it is recommended to try approved medications first. This study analyzed the switching behavior of adult smokers using JUUL, based on their quit attempts and use of smoking cessation medications. The results showed that making a quit attempt and using nicotine replacement therapy were associated with higher odds of switching to e-cigarettes.
DRUG TESTING AND ANALYSIS
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Maria Danielsson, Anelma Lammi, Simo Siitonen, Jukka Ollgren, Liisa Pylkkanen, Tuula Vasankari
Summary: The study found that increasing the motivation of young Finnish males to quit smoking and snus was related to their perception of the harmful effects of tobacco and the number of attempts to quit smoking. The prevalence of daily snus use and smoking were 17% and 25% respectively. The willingness to quit snus and smoking was associated with perception of health hazards and multiple attempts to quit.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Oncology
Alexa Glencer, Alexander Borowsky, Hidetoshi Mori, Michael Campbell, Olivier Harismendy, Janet Stein, Prachi Ghule, Mark Evans, Robert West, Gillian Hirst, Nicole Schindler, Phoebe Miller, Kyra Lee, Donald Weaver, Laura Esserman
Article
Substance Abuse
Sharon Cox, Robert West, Caitlin Notley, Kirstie Soar, Janna Hastings
Summary: This study proposes an ontology of tobacco, nicotine, and vaping products with the aim of reducing ambiguity and confusion in the field. By identifying terms and developing classes and properties, this ontology categorizes and describes these products. The use of this ontology improves accuracy in tobacco control research and practice.
Editorial Material
Substance Abuse
Robert West
Article
Substance Abuse
Caitlin Notley, Robert West, Kirstie Soar, Janna Hastings, Sharon Cox
Summary: This study aims to create a basic set of definitions and relationships for identity-related constructs, in order to facilitate evidence synthesis and interoperability across different theoretical positions. The study proposes concepts such as identity, self-appraisal, and group identity, and describes different expressions of identity through logically defined identity classes.
Review
Substance Abuse
Jannis Kraiss, Wolfgang Viechtbauer, Nicola Black, Marie Johnston, Jamie Hartmann-Boyce, Maarten Eisma, Neza Javornik, Alessio Bricca, Susan Michie, Robert West, Marijn de Bruin
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review and meta-regression analysis of 172 randomized controlled trials to estimate the relative effectiveness of various smoking cessation interventions while accounting for comparator variability. The results showed that compared to a 'no support comparator', self-help, brief physician advice, nurse individual counseling, psychologist individual counseling, and group psychologist interventions were more effective. The study concluded that comparator variability and underreporting of comparators can obscure the interpretation and generalization of smoking cessation trials, and should be taken into account when evaluating the effectiveness of interventions.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Mackenzie Wilson, Zachary M. van Allen, Jeremy M. Grimshaw, Jamie C. Brehaut, Audrey Durand, Jean-Francois Lalonde, Douglas G. Manuel, Susan Michie, Robert West, Justin Presseau
Summary: Through a study on Canadians, it was found that outcome expectancy was the strongest predictor of intention to reduce facial 'T-zone' touching, while self-efficacy only played a significant predictive role for the eyes and mouth touching. Automaticity was the strongest predictor of behavior at the 2-week follow-up. These findings suggest that focusing on reflective processes may increase intention to reduce 'T-zone' touching, while reducing actual touching may require strategies that address the automatic nature of this behavior.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Substance Abuse
Zoe Swithenbank, Alessio Bricca, Nicola Black, Jamie Hartmann Boyce, Marie Johnston, Neil Scott, Robert West, Ryan J. Courtney, Shaun Treweek, Susan Michie, Marijn de Bruin
Summary: A modified CONSORT-SPI guideline (CONSORT-SPI-SMOKE) has been developed through a Delphi study to improve the reporting of behavioral interventions trials for smoking cessation. The guideline includes the specification of 10 new items and 12 existing items, covering modifications that apply to trials more widely and those specific to smoking cessation trials.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Louise E. Smith, Robert West, Henry W. W. Potts, Richard Amlot, Nicola T. Fear, G. James Rubin, Susan Michie
Summary: This study found that worry about COVID-19, beliefs about risks and severity of COVID-19, and perceived effectiveness of facemasks were significantly associated with the use of facemasks. Removal of legal obligations to wear facemasks resulted in a 25% decrease in wearing facemasks and stronger correlations between psychological factors and facemask use.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Substance Abuse
Harry Tattan-Birch, Loren Kock, Jamie Brown, Emma Beard, Linda Bauld, Robert West, Lion Shahab
Summary: Preliminary evidence suggests that offering e-cigarettes alongside varenicline may be more effective for smoking cessation than varenicline alone in individuals receiving behavioral support. However, more evidence is needed to confirm the findings due to the limited sample size.
NICOTINE & TOBACCO RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Psychology, Clinical
Jonathan A. Schulz, Sean D. Regnier, Tyler G. Erath, Lindsey C. Mullis, Austin Nugent, Gary S. Atwood, Andrea C. Villanti
Summary: People with disabilities have a higher prevalence of smoking, but there is limited knowledge about cessation interventions tailored for them. This study conducted a systematic review and found two promising interventions using mindfulness-based procedures in adults with mild intellectual disability. However, the interventions did not address the unique needs of people with disabilities.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Chengjia Zhao, Jiankang He, Huihui Xu, Jingjing Zhang, Guohua Zhang, Guoliang Yu
Summary: Sleep is important, but staying up late has become a problem, especially among university students. Previous studies have found a connection between sleep procrastination, sleep biorhythms, and problematic smartphone use (PSU). This two-wave study explored the reciprocal relationship between PSU and sleep procrastination, while also considering the moderating role of sleep biorhythms. The results revealed a reciprocal relationship between PSU and sleep procrastination, with sleep biorhythms moderating this relationship.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Liat Orenstein, Angela Chetrit, Ofra Kalter-Leibovici
Summary: Despite the availability of subsidized smoking cessation services in Israel, social disparities in smoking cessation rates persist. Efforts should focus on reaching subpopulations with low cessation rates and using tailored strategies for successful smoking cessation. Prioritizing smoke-free homes and workplaces is also important.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Review
Psychology, Clinical
Yijing Zhang, Jun Li, Mengmeng Zhang, Bote Ai, Fenglin Jia
Summary: This meta-analytic review provides the first estimation of the overall bidirectional longitudinal associations between loneliness and problematic Internet use (PIU). The study finds a positive relationship from loneliness to PIU, as well as from PIU to loneliness. Additionally, the study reveals that this relationship is stronger in Eastern countries, with more males, more young adults, and in more recent years.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Aslesha Sumbe, Robert Suchting, Baojiang Chen, Anna V. Wilkinson, Bara Bataineh, Stephanie L. Clendennen, Melissa B. Harrell
Summary: The study examined the metacognitive traits of adolescent and young adult e-cigarette users and the ability of the Metacognitions about Smoking Questionnaire (MSQ) to predict past 30-day e-cigarette use frequency. The results showed a correlation between metacognitive factors and e-cigarette use behavior, with different factors having different predictive abilities for e-cigarette use frequency.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Erynn Christensen, Lucy Albertella, Samuel R. Chamberlain, Maja Brydevall, Chao Suo, Jon E. Grant, Murat Yucel, Rico Sze Chun Lee
Summary: This study evaluated the neurocognitive correlates of problem alcohol use and three non-substance-related addictive behaviors using a large community sample. The results showed differential associations between neurocognition and each addictive behavior, highlighting the need for a more nuanced understanding of non-substance addiction.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Sophie G. Coelho, Matthew T. Keough, Sunghwan Yi, Daniel S. Mcgrath, Hyoun S. Kim
Summary: This study examined the effectiveness of self-regulation strategies in reducing harms associated with in-play sports betting. The results showed that setting monetary limits was effective in reducing financial, interpersonal, and health harms. However, setting time limits was found to increase spending and overall harms. These findings support the applicability of select self-regulation strategies from traditional forms of gambling to in-play betting, and highlight the need for further research on responsible gambling strategies.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Jiayu Li, Yuhong Zhou, Yang Liu, Zhixiang Yu, Xuemei Gao
Summary: This longitudinal study used a person-centered approach to differentiate fear of missing out (FoMO) among subgroups of individuals using latent profile analysis (LPA). The results showed significant differences between profiles in terms of social media engagement, social media self-control failure, and problematic social media use, and high trait-FoMO and high state-FoMO may be important risk factors for social media self-control failure and problematic social media use.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Marc L. Steinberg, Rachel L. Rosen, Ollie Ganz, Olivia A. Wackowski, Michelle Jeong, Cristine D. Delnevo
Summary: Although smoking rates have declined, especially among individuals with mental health concerns, effective messaging that emphasizes the benefits of quitting on mental health is still important. This study shows that focusing on the mental health benefits of quitting smoking can increase motivation to quit among individuals with a history of anxiety and/or depression.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Chrystyna D. Kouros, Lauren M. Papp
Summary: This study aimed to examine the associations between trajectories of prescription drug misuse (PDM) problems and college students' mental health and subjective happiness. The findings indicated that PDM problems were related to depressive symptoms, disinhibition, callousness/aggression, and lower levels of subjective happiness. However, these associations were no longer statistically significant when controlling for alcohol and other drug problems.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Benjamin A. Cristol, Stephanie L. Clendennen, Emily T. Hebert, Melissa B. Harrell
Summary: This study compared symptoms of nicotine dependence among young adults who were exclusive past 30-day (P30D) users of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) versus exclusive P30D cigarette smokers. The results showed that young adults who used ENDS exhibited higher levels of nicotine dependence symptoms compared to cigarette smokers.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Hyoun S. Kim, Nassim Tabri, David C. Hodgins
Summary: This study examines the co-occurring patterns of problem gambling and addiction severity over a five-year period and predicts the factors influencing these patterns. The results suggest that in a non-clinical sample, problem gambling and other addictive behaviors are likely to decrease simultaneously over time, and mental health disorders significantly influence these co-occurring patterns.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Katherine Walukevich-Dienst, Brian H. Calhoun, Scott Graupensperger, Megan E. Patrick, Christine M. Lee
Summary: This study aims to examine the factors associated with morning cannabis use among young adults. It found that social anxiety motives, cannabis use frequency, and gender were key predictors of morning cannabis use.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Derrick S. Lee, Alayna P. Tackett, Christine Naya, Alyssa F. Harlow, Tyler B. Mason
Summary: This study examined the associations between empirically-generated body mass index (BMI) trajectories and the risk of current use of combustible cigarettes and e-cigarettes among adolescents. The findings showed that overweight and obese adolescents were more likely to use combustible cigarettes and e-cigarettes compared to those with normal weight trajectories. Additionally, adolescents with fluctuating BMI trajectories were associated with higher weight control beliefs. These results highlight the importance of considering weight trajectories and weight control beliefs in understanding tobacco product use among adolescents.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Cora von Hammerstein, Joel Billieux
Summary: Chemsex refers to the intentional use of substances in sexualized settings among men who have sex with men. It is a growing public health issue with estimated prevalence rates of 3% to 29% in this population. Chemsex poses risks such as HIV and STI exposure, addiction, cardiovascular problems, and mental health issues. However, there is a research gap in this area, and existing theoretical concepts and therapeutic strategies for addictions and risky sexual behaviors may not be applicable to chemsex due to its unique characteristics and impact on stigmatized minorities.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
