SMOKING BEHAVIORS

This study tested two approaches to help people living in public housing smoke less and reduce secondhand smoke. One approach offered one-on-one support to smokers to help them cut back or quit. The other aimed to get all residents in a building to support smoke-free rules. The s…

This study tested whether a drug called isradipine, combined with virtual reality scenes of smoking, could lower cigarette cravings. 78 daily smokers took part. The goal was to see if this approach could help people quit smoking by reducing their urge to smoke when faced with tri…

This study looked at whether menthol-flavored accessories like crush balls and filter tips can make non-menthol cigarettes feel more like menthol ones. Twenty-four menthol smokers tried different cigarettes and rated them on liking, strength, and ease of use. They also did buying…

This completed study examined how African American and white male smokers respond to stress and how that affects their smoking habits. Researchers used a psychological stress test and measured daily cortisol patterns to understand biological differences. The goal is to learn why …

This study looked at whether e-cigarettes cause hidden damage to gums, even when they appear healthy. Researchers measured certain chemicals in the fluid around the gums of 60 people: e-cigarette users, regular smokers, and non-smokers. The goal was to see if vaping triggers infl…

This study looked at whether cigarette packs labeled 'natural' or 'organic' affect smokers' beliefs about harm, how they smoke, and what chemicals enter their body. Researchers studied 184 daily smokers, including those who smoke Natural American Spirit and other brands. The goal…

This study looked at how information about nicotine changes what smokers believe and how they use tobacco. 74 adult smokers took part and answered questions about their views on nicotine and smoking. The goal was to understand, not to treat or cure.

This completed study tested different text message ads to see which ones best motivate people who smoke menthol cigarettes to quit. Over 1,200 US adults aged 21 and older rated the ads online. The goal was to find the most effective wording and design for encouraging quitting.