Development of a targeted behavioral treatment for smoking cessation among individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

ConclusionsThese two small-N studies provide complementary findings on internal validity and implementation of the novel intervention. While Study 1 provided initial support for plausibility of clinically significant change, Study 2 provided data on key feasibility parameters.ImplicationsSmoking cessation for individuals with COPD is medically critical. We conducted an early-phase evaluation of a novel behavioral treatment focused on reducing smoking for coping motives. Results provided initial support for plausibility of clinically significant change and feasibility of the intervention.
Source: Journal of Behavioral Medicine - Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research