Summary
Introduction:
This text is a summary of a research study examining the experiences of individuals who used either Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) or e-cigarettes to quit smoking. The study aims to understand the participant's experiences and perspectives of each quit method.
Key Points:
* The study used a qualitative methodology and one-to-one semi-structured interviews with participants from the ISME-NRT randomized controlled trial.
* The sample included participants from the nicotine-containing e-cigarette group, nicotine-free e-cigarette group, and NRT group.
* Two global themes and five organizing themes were identified, including experiences of e-cigarette and NRT quit aids, and key mechanisms to support quit attempts.
* Participants generally had positive experiences with e-cigarettes and NRT methods, finding e-cigarettes useful during a quit attempt due to their versatility.
* Nicotine-containing e-cigarettes were favored due to their support with nicotine cravings.
* Participants were, however, wary of replacing smoking addiction with vaping habit.
Main Message:
The study found that participant experiences with e-cigarettes were generally positive, but concerns over long-term application were noted. There was a noticeable preference for nicotine-containing e-cigarettes, but further research is required to better understand how nicotine is used in conjunction with e-cigarettes long-term as a quit aid alongside other NRT. The findings suggest that e-cigarettes can be a useful tool for smoking cessation, but more research is needed to fully understand their long-term effects and how they can be most effectively used in combination with other cessation methods.
Citation
Jones G, McIntosh E, Brose LS, Klonizakis M. Participant Experiences of a quit Smoking attempt Through Either Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Methods or the Use of an E-cigarette. Journal of addiction medicine. 2022;16(3):272-277. doi:10.1097/aDM.0000000000000881
