Assessing the Quality and Behavior Change Potential of Vaping Cessation Apps: Systematic Search and Assessment.

ABSTRACT:

Background

An increasing number of people are using vapes (e-cigarettes), and with growing evidence of associated harms, there is a need for acceptable cessation support and interventions. Smartphone apps for health and well-being have increased in popularity and use. Limited published literature assesses the potential of apps to support vaping cessation.

Objective

A systematic search of vaping cessation apps currently available in Australia for iOS and Android platforms was conducted. Apps were assessed against established health app assessment tools for quality and behavior change potential.

Methods

A systematic search through the Australian Apple iTunes and Google Play stores was conducted using the search terms "vape"; "vaping"; "e-cigarette"; and "cessation," "qu

SUBMITTER: McKay F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11004626 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature