Smoking Treatment and Anxiety Management Program

Smoking Treatment and Anxiety Management Program

The Smoking Treatment and Anxiety Management Program (STAMP) is a treatment program focused on helping people manage their anxiety while quitting smoking. The study involves coming in to our clinic for 4 treatment sessions, with follow-ups for up to 2 years (a week 1, week 2, month 1, month 3, month 6, year 1, and year 2 follow-up). Participants will be paid $142.50 for their full participation as well as receive 6 weeks of free nicotine replacement patches.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Anxiety Sensitivity Index greater than 15
• Daily smoker for at least 1 year
• Less than 45 years old
• Currently smoke at least 8 cigarettes per day
• Report a motivation to quit smoking

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of panic disorder
• Psychotropic medication use (if not stable for 3 months)
• History of significant medical condition
• Current use of smoking cessation pharmacology
• Use of other tobacco products
• Planning to move in the next 6 months