Understanding why African American menthol cigarette smokers have lapses in quitting.
Predictors of Momentary Smoking Lapse Among African American Menthol Cigarette Smokers
This study is looking at why African American smokers of menthol cigarettes sometimes slip back into smoking, by checking in on their feelings and cravings in real-time to help find better ways to support them in quitting.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Little Rock, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10890054 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the reasons behind smoking lapses among African American smokers of menthol cigarettes, who face unique challenges in quitting. By using ecological momentary assessment (EMA), the study will track participants' moods, cravings, and stress levels in real-time to identify factors that lead to smoking relapses. The goal is to uncover the connections between negative emotions, nicotine cravings, and smoking behavior, which could inform better cessation strategies tailored for this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are African American adults who smoke menthol cigarettes and may be struggling to quit.
Not a fit: Patients who do not smoke menthol cigarettes or are not part of the African American community may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective smoking cessation programs specifically designed for African American menthol cigarette smokers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies using similar methods have shown promise in understanding smoking behaviors, but this specific focus on African American menthol smokers is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Little Rock, United States
- Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis — Little Rock, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jones, Dina Marie — Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
- Study coordinator: Jones, Dina Marie
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.