Can a smartphone app help teens kick the vape habit?

NCT ID NCT06965296

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether a smartphone app with AI can help adolescents aged 14-20 quit e-cigarettes. Participants use the app to set goals, track progress, and get real-time support during cravings. Researchers compare an immediate-use group with a delayed-start group to see if the app improves quitting success.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
AI-enhanced smartphone app
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide an accessible, personalized tool to help adolescents quit e-cigarettes and reduce nicotine dependence.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 100 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The app's success depends on user engagement, and quitting is difficult even with support.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University at Buffalo, School of Nursing

    Buffalo, New York, 14214, United States

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