Cognitive Training for Nicotine Dependence

Cognitive Training for Nicotine Dependence

This randomized clinical trial tested the effects of a computerized (web-based) cognitive training intervention on smoking cessation.

All participants received 8 weeks of standard nicotine patch therapy, smoking cessation counseling, and were randomized to 1 of 2 different training programs: cognitive training vs. control training.

Inclusion:

1. Healthy male and female treatment-seeking smokers who are between 18 and 65 years of age and self-report smoking at least 5 cigarettes (menthol and/or non-menthol) per day for at least the last 6 months
2. Plan to live in the area for at least the next 8 months
3. Capable of giving written informed consent, which includes compliance with the requirements and restrictions listed in the combined consent and HIPAA form
4. Able to communicate fluently in English (speaking, writing, and reading)
5. Have uninterrupted access to a home computer with sound capabilities, keyboard, mouse, and active Internet connection
6. Provide a Carbon Monoxide (CO) breath test reading greater than or equal to 8 parts per million (ppm) at Intake Visit