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This research aims to explore the relationship between personality traits and success in tobacco cessation.

March 28, 2026Open Access

Association between personality traits and tobacco cessation: A retrospective observational study

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This research aims to explore the relationship between personality traits and success in tobacco cessation.
Retrospective review of clinic records from a Tobacco Cessation Clinic with 3,524 cases.
Data extraction included Big Five personality scores and cessation status at multiple follow-up points.
Statistical comparisons conducted using SPSS software.
At follow-up, 122 patients were successful in maintaining cessation.
Quitters exhibited higher levels of conscientiousness, agreeableness, and emotional stability compared to non-quitters.
Non-quitters displayed higher levels of neuroticism.

Abstract

Background: Personality traits may influence tobacco cessation success. Aim: To compare personality traits (Big Five) between quitters and non-quitters at a Tobacco Cessation Clinic. Methods: Retrospective review of clinic records (n=3,524). Data extraction included Big Five scores and cessation stage at 1 week, 1 month, 3 months. Statistical comparisons performed using SPSS. Results: At follow-up, 122 patients achieved maintenance. Quitters had higher conscientiousness (mean 3.9), agreeableness (3.7) and emotional stability (3.6) vs non-quitters. Neuroticism higher in non-quitters. Conclusion: Personality profiling (especially conscientiousness and emotional stability) may inform personalized cessation interventions.

Association between personality traits and tobacco cessation: A retrospective observational study

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