A pilot program to help people quit using tobacco through faith-based support
BREATHE Free: Character Strength and Resilience-Based Curriculum for Successful Tobacco Treatment: a Pilot Feasibility Trial
This study is testing a faith-based program to see if it can help people quit smoking by teaching them skills and providing support over 12 weekly meetings.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Augusta University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Augusta, Georgia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06862050 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot study evaluates the feasibility and acceptability of a faith-based intervention aimed at assisting individuals in quitting tobacco use. Participants will attend 12 weekly meetings where they will engage with the BREATHE Free curriculum, which focuses on teaching character strengths and promoting resilience. The study will assess whether participants find the curriculum helpful and whether it leads to a reduction in daily cigarette consumption. The goal is to gather insights that can enhance the implementation of the program and increase community engagement.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals who use tobacco products daily and reside in Augusta or the surrounding CSRA area.
Not a fit: Patients currently using tobacco cessation medications or enrolled in other tobacco treatment programs may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could provide a supportive framework for individuals seeking to quit tobacco, potentially leading to improved health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is relatively novel, similar faith-based interventions have shown promise in other health-related areas, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Daily use of one or more tobacco products * Valid home address in Augusta or the CSRA * Functioning telephone number * Speak, read, write in English Exclusion Criteria: * Current use of tobacco cessation medications * Enrolled in tobacco treatment program
Where this trial is running
Augusta, Georgia
- Augusta University — Augusta, Georgia, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ban A Majeed, PhD
- Email: bmajeed@augusta.edu
- Phone: 7067210806
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.