Cognitive barriers to calling a smoking quitline.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This study examined cognitive barriers that might prevent cigarette smokers who are interested in quitting from calling a smoking quitline.

Methods

Using qualitative and quantitative methods, we developed a 53-item inventory of possible cognitive barriers to quitline access. A total of 641 daily smokers who reported high intentions to stop smoking in the next 30 days completed this inventory and were then prompted to call a toll-free smoking quitline (800-QUIT NOW) on 3 occasions. Two months later, they completed a follow-up phone interview to assess use of the quitline, quit attempts, and smoking status.

Results

Exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis of the barrier items revealed a 5-factor solution: stigma, low appraisal of the service, no need fo

SUBMITTER: Solomon LJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2762932 | biostudies-literature | 2009 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature