Exploring the role of a nicotine quantity-frequency use criterion in the classification of nicotine dependence and the stability of a nicotine dependence continuum over time.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This study investigated (a) the utility of a cigarette quantity-frequency (QF) use criterion as an indicator for nicotine dependence (ND) and (b) the stability of the ND continuum of severity over time.

Method

Data from individuals who smoked cigarettes in the year prior to both time points of the National Epidemiologic Survey on Alcohol and Related Conditions were analyzed (n = 6,185). The Alcohol Use Disorder and Associated Disabilities Interview Schedule DSM-IV Version (AUDADIS-IV) assessed for DSM-IV ND and nicotine use. Three QF criteria were created to represent daily consumption of > or = 5 cigarettes, > or = 10 cigarettes, or > or = 20 cigarettes. Confirmatory factor analysis and item response theory analysis were used to explore the latent structure of

SUBMITTER: McBride O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2825099 | biostudies-literature | 2010 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature