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Tobacco Use: Internet-based Cessation Interventions

CDC

An Evidence-Based Practice

Description

Internet-based tobacco cessation interventions use websites to provide evidence-based information, strategies, and behavioral support to motivate and assist tobacco users interested in quitting. Interventions include one or more of the following:

-Interactive features that help clients monitor progress and provide guidance, feedback, and support
-Tailored guidance that matches users with services and advice
-Coaching, counseling, or social support from peers or trained professionals

Internet content may be developed or adapted to specific populations and communities. Interventions may also incorporate text messaging, telephone calls, or medications.

Results / Accomplishments

The Community Preventive Services Task Force (CPSTF) recommends internet-based interventions to increase tobacco use cessation. Evidence shows interventions increase cessation among adults interested in quitting when measured six or more months following intervention.

About this Promising Practice

Primary Contact
The Community Guide
1600 Clifton Rd, NE
MS V25-5
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 498-1827
communityguide@cdc.gov
https://www.thecommunityguide.org/
Topics
Health / Tobacco Use
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