Stress, depression, sleep problems and unmet social needs: Baseline characteristics of low-income smokers in a randomized cessation trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Low-income Americans smoke cigarettes at higher rates and quit less than other groups.

Methods

To increase their engagement in and success using evidence-based cessation methods, we tested two interventions using a 2x2 randomized factorial design: (1) telephone navigation to reduce financial strain and address social needs such as food, rent and utility payment; and (2) a specialized tobacco quitline designed for low-income smokers. From June 2017 to November 2020, we enrolled 1,944 low-income smokers in Missouri, USA, recruited through the Missouri 2-1-1 helpline, into the trial. This paper describes recruitment, key characteristics and life circumstances of this high-risk population.

Results

After eligibility screening, 1,944 participants completed baseli

SUBMITTER: Garg R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8609143 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature