Video games and talk therapy aim to keep new moms off cigarettes
NCT ID NCT07271953
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study tests whether combining motivational interviewing with digital game assignments can prevent pregnant women who quit smoking from relapsing after giving birth. Seventy-two women in their second trimester who stopped smoking early in pregnancy will receive either the special counseling plus games or standard prenatal advice. Researchers will check if they stay smoke-free three months after delivery.
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Lokman Hekim Universty
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What this could mean
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Active substance
motivational interviewing and digital game-supported counseling
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a practical, low-cost way to help new mothers avoid returning to smoking after giving birth.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 72 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect may be modest and not last long-term.
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