(2015)
Perceptions towards electronic cigarettes for smoking cessation among Stop Smoking Service users.
British Journal of Health Psychology.
ISSN 1359-107X
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Abstract
Objectives Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are promoted as smoking cessation tools, yet they remain unavailable from Stop Smoking Services in England; the debate over their safety and efficacy is ongoing. This study was designed to explore perceptions and reasons for use or non-use of electronic cigarettes as smoking cessation tools, among individuals engaged in Stop Smoking Services. Methods Semi-structured telephone interviews were undertaken with twenty participants engaged in Stop Smoking Services in the Northwest of England. Participants comprised of both individuals who had tried e-cigarettes (n = 6) and those who had not (n = 14). Interviews were digitally recorded and transcribed verbatim. The transcripts were subject to thematic analysis, which explored participant beliefs and experiences of e-cigarettes. Results A thematic analysis of transcripts suggested that the following three superordinate themes were prominent: (1) self-efficacy and beliefs in e-cigarettes; (2) e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation aid; (3) cues for e-cigarette use. Participants, particularly never users, were especially concerned regarding e-cigarette efficacy and safety. Overall, participants largely expressed uncertainty regarding e-cigarette safety and efficacy, with some evidence of misunderstanding. Conclusions Evidence of uncertainty and misunderstanding regarding information on e-cigarettes highlights the importance of providing smokers with concise, up-to-date information regarding e-cigarettes, enabling smokers to make informed treatment decisions. Furthermore, identification of potential predictors of e-cigarette use can be used to inform Stop Smoking Services provision and future research.
Item Type: | Article |
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Subjects: | ?? H1 ?? |
Depositing User: | Symplectic Admin |
Date Deposited: | 11 Nov 2015 09:22 |
Last Modified: | 16 Dec 2022 12:46 |
URI: | https://livrepository.liverpool.ac.uk/id/eprint/2036383 |
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