Attribution and the effects of expectancy: how beliefs can influence the experiences of smoking cessation

Article Abstract:

Research indicates that cognitive therapy may be useful in altering patients' expectations regarding their tobacco abstinence experiences during smoking cessation treatment. Patients who had negative experiences were more likely to attribute them to abstinence. Emphasizing the positive aspects of smoking cessation is recommended.

United Kingdom, Patient outcomes, Cognitive therapy, Expectation (Psychology), Expectations, Health attitudes, Expectation (Philosophy)

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Replication of subtypes for smoking cessation within the Preparation stage of change

Article Abstract:

Four cluster subtypes were found for smoking behaviors: Classic, Progressing, Early Preparation, and Disengaged. Implications for intervention are discussed.

Psychological aspects, Behavior

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General and smoking cessation related weight concerns in veterans

Article Abstract:

Weight gain concerns of long-time smokers, and impact of smoking cessation on increase in weight, are analyzed.

United States, Weight gain

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