SMOKING BEHAVIORS

This study tested two approaches to help people in public housing buildings follow smoke-free rules and reduce secondhand smoke. One approach encouraged all residents to support the policy, while the other focused on helping smokers cut back or quit. About 405 residents took part…

This study aimed to find which ads work best to encourage people who smoke menthol cigarettes to quit. Over 1,200 US adults aged 21 and older who smoke menthols rated different ads online. Researchers measured how motivating and convincing each ad was to help identify the most ef…

This study looked at how information about nicotine changes what people believe about smoking and how much they smoke. 74 adults who smoke cigarettes took part. The goal was to understand, not to treat or cure smoking.

This study looked at how stress affects smoking in African American and white men. Researchers measured stress responses using a psychological test and tracked daily cortisol patterns. The goal was to understand racial differences in stress and smoking behaviors. 95 male smokers …

This study looked at 60 people with healthy gums to see if e-cigarettes cause hidden damage. Researchers measured certain chemicals in the fluid around teeth to compare e-cigarette users, regular smokers, and non-smokers. The goal was to find out if vaping triggers early signs of…

This study looked at whether cigarette packs labeled 'natural' or 'organic' affect smokers' beliefs, how they smoke, and their exposure to harmful chemicals. Researchers studied 184 daily smokers, comparing those who smoke Natural American Spirit brand with those who smoke other …