Helping young adults quit vaping and prevent tobacco use
Official title: Remote, Young Adult Lay-Counselor Delivered Behavioral and Digital Intervention for Youth to Promote Vaping Cessation and Prevent Escalation of Tobacco Use
Funded at Massachusetts General Hospital · NIH-10951059 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a friendly program that helps young adults quit vaping and avoid using tobacco, using both personal support from trained counselors and helpful smartphone apps.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 6, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $849,268 |
| NIH project number | 1R01CA287721-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10951059 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 10 to 21 who are currently using vaping products and are motivated to quit.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not currently use vaping products or tobacco may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a behavioral and digital intervention aimed at helping young adults quit vaping and prevent the escalation of tobacco use. The program will be delivered by trained lay counselors and will utilize smartphone applications to provide support and resources. Participants will engage in activities designed to promote cessation and reduce the risk of developing a tobacco addiction. The approach combines behavioral therapy techniques with digital tools to enhance accessibility and engagement for youth.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide effective strategies for young adults to quit vaping and reduce their risk of tobacco addiction.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that behavioral interventions can be effective in promoting smoking cessation among youth, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Evins, a Eden — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Evins, a Eden
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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.