New approach targets Smokers' brain reward system to help them quit
NCT ID NCT02697227
First seen Nov 10, 2025 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study tests whether a type of counseling called behavioral activation therapy, combined with nicotine patches or gum, helps people quit smoking more effectively than standard support. The therapy focuses on helping people who have low sensitivity to rewards find new ways to cope with triggers. About 85 smokers who want to quit will take part, and their progress will be tracked with breath and saliva tests.
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M D Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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