Understanding adolescent vaping to improve quitting methods
A Motivation-Based Adolescent Vaping Typology to Inform Cessation Interventions
This study is looking into why more teenagers are using e-cigarettes and how we can help them quit by understanding their reasons for vaping and the challenges they face, so we can create better support for them to stop using these products.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Louisville NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Louisville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10950463 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the rising trend of e-cigarette use among adolescents and aims to develop effective cessation interventions tailored for this age group. It focuses on understanding the motivations behind vaping and the unique challenges adolescents face when trying to quit. By analyzing behavioral patterns and cognitive factors, the study seeks to create targeted strategies that can help young users overcome nicotine dependence and reduce health risks associated with e-cigarettes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents who currently use e-cigarettes and are seeking help to quit.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use e-cigarettes or are not interested in quitting may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective quitting strategies for adolescents who use e-cigarettes, ultimately improving their health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been some research on smoking cessation, this specific focus on adolescent vaping and tailored interventions is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Louisville, United States
- University of Louisville — Louisville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcleish, Alison C — University of Louisville
- Study coordinator: Mcleish, Alison C
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.