Randomized factorial experiment of components of the SmokeFree Baby smartphone application to aid smoking cessation in pregnancy.

ABSTRACT: Smartphone applications (apps) might be able to reach pregnant smokers who do not engage with face-to-face support. However, we do not know how far pregnant smokers will engage with smoking cessation apps or what components are likely to be effective. This study aimed to assess pregnant smokers' engagement with the SmokeFree Baby app (v1) and to assess the short-term efficacy of selected components ("modules") for smoking abstinence. Positive outcomes would provide a basis for further development and evaluation. SmokeFree Baby was developed drawing on behavior change theories and relevant evidence. Pregnant smokers (18+) who were interested in quitting and set a quit date were recruited. Following multiphase optimization development principles, participants (N = 565) were randomly allocate

SUBMITTER: Tombor I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6629841 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature