Quit smoking by recording videos on your phone: new study tests it

NCT ID NCT07577167

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Mohammed Al-Hammouri Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a video-based program to help university students quit smoking. Participants recorded short videos about their reasons for quitting and received feedback from researchers. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce nicotine dependence and increase motivation to quit. The study compared the video group to a control group that received no initial help.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Modified Motivational Interviewing (video-based behavioral program)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a low-cost, self-guided way to help people quit smoking without expensive counseling.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study in university students, so results may not apply to the general population. The program relies on self-motivation, which may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

nicotine dependence Smoking Cessation

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

MOTIVATIONAL INTERVENTION SMOKING CESSATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Jordan University of Science and Technology

Irbid, 21110, Jordan

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