A video series to help people quit smoking
Development of a Smoking Cessation Video Series
This study is testing a series of online videos to see if they can help daily smokers cut down on their cigarette use by teaching them helpful strategies.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Wayne State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Detroit, Michigan) |
| Trial ID | NCT06443294 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to develop and evaluate an internet-based video series designed to assist daily smokers in reducing their cigarette consumption. Participants will watch six short videos, each approximately 6.5 minutes long, that cover various evidence-based strategies for smoking cessation, such as identifying smoking triggers and practicing relaxation techniques. The study will assess participants' demographic information, motivation to quit, their engagement with the video content, and their confidence in resisting smoking. Additionally, participants will report their smoking behavior at the beginning of the study and during follow-up assessments.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are daily smokers who are motivated to reduce their smoking but are not currently enrolled in any cessation programs.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in reducing their smoking or are currently participating in another smoking cessation program may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could provide an accessible and effective tool for individuals seeking to quit smoking.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with video-based interventions for smoking cessation, indicating that this approach has potential.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Daily smoker * Interested in reducing smoking * Not currently enrolled in any smoking cessation program. Exclusion Criteria: * Not interested in reducing smoking * Currently enrolled in a smoking cessation program.
Where this trial is running
Detroit, Michigan
- Wayne State University — Detroit, Michigan, United States (Recruiting)
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.