Cross-sectional study finds declining nicotine dependence among adult smokers but high rates in older groups, highlighting the need for tailored cessation support.
In this cross-sectional study, there were significant reductions in nicotine dependence prevalence from 2006 to 2019 among US adults with cigarette use and all examined subgroups 26 years and older. Adults 50 years and older (especially those with MDE and/or SUD) had the highest nicotine dependence prevalence compared with other age groups, highlighting the importance of assisting with smoking cessation efforts and addressing nicotine dependence for this older population. Evidence-based tobacco cessation strategies tailored to age and comorbidities are needed.
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