Examining a Text Message Intervention for Smoking Cessation

Examining a Text Message Intervention for Smoking Cessation

The primary goal of this study is to use qualitative interviews and focus groups to aid us in adapting a face-to-face smoking cessation intervention for delivery through text messaging. After design is completed, the intervention will be pilot tested with a sample of young adults (ages 18-35) who smoke. Final assessments will be conducted at 7 weeks (end of treatment) and both 3 and 6 month follow up.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age 18 to 35
• Current daily smoker
• Has a cell phone with text messaging capability
• Uses text messaging at least once monthly
• Interested in quitting smoking
• Willing to set a quit date within the next 30 days
• Has access to a physician

Exclusion Criteria:

• Does not read and speak English with adequate comprehension
• Is currently participating in a smoking cessation program
• Concurrent drug/alcohol abuse
• Mental health issues that would interfere with study compliance