Evaluating the validities of different DSM-IV-based conceptual constructs of tobacco dependence.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

To compare the concurrent and predictive validities of two subsets of DSM-IV criteria for nicotine dependence (tolerance and withdrawal; withdrawal; difficulty controlling use; and use despite harm) to the concurrent and predictive validity of the full DSM-IV criteria.

Design

Analysis of baseline and outcome data from three randomized clinical trials of cigarette smoking treatment.

Setting

San Francisco, California.

Participants

Two samples of cigarette smokers (n = 810 and 322), differing with regard to baseline characteristics and treatment received, derived from three randomized clinical trials.

Measurements

DSM-IV nicotine dependence criteria were measured at baseline with a computerized version of the Diagnostic Interview Schedule for DSM-IV (DI

SUBMITTER: Hendricks PS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2744341 | biostudies-literature | 2008 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature