A digital app to help American Indians and Alaska Natives quit smoking
Digital smoking cessation intervention for nationally-recruited American Indians and Alaska Natives: A full-scale randomized controlled trial
This study is testing a smartphone app that helps American Indians and Alaska Natives quit smoking by offering support and resources based on proven techniques, and it's designed to make it easier for them to overcome challenges in stopping smoking.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10932379 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of a smartphone application designed to assist American Indians and Alaska Natives in quitting smoking. The study will involve a randomized controlled trial where participants will be recruited nationwide to test the app's impact on smoking cessation rates. The app utilizes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) principles to provide support and resources for users. By focusing on this specific population, the research aims to address the significant barriers they face in accessing effective smoking cessation interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian and Alaska Native adults aged 21 and older who are current smokers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as American Indian or Alaska Native or who are not current smokers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase smoking cessation rates among American Indians and Alaska Natives, leading to improved health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been limited research specifically targeting smoking cessation in American Indians and Alaska Natives, similar digital interventions have shown promise in other populations.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bricker, Jonathan B — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Bricker, Jonathan B
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.