Key result
Tobacco abstinence in 50 smokers increased DSM-III withdrawal symptoms, causing distress similar to psychiatric outpatients, though greater discomfort did not lower smoking cessation rates.
Why the study?
What are the valid signs and symptoms of tobacco withdrawal in smokers undergoing cessation?
Population
50 smokers
Comparison
Tobacco abstinence for four days vs Two days of ad lib smoking (baseline)
Design
Cohort
Follow-up
4 days
Authors
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Supports distinct withdrawal syndrome including physical signs; leaves open prospective validation before updating cessation protocols or DSM criteria.
Observational (n=50)
What are the valid signs and symptoms of tobacco withdrawal in smokers undergoing cessation?
Tobacco withdrawal produces a distinct syndrome of psychological and physical symptoms, including bradycardia and increased hunger, with distress levels comparable to psychiatric outpatients.
John R. Hughes (1986) conducted an observational in Tobacco withdrawal (n=50). Tobacco abstinence vs. Ad lib smoking was evaluated on Signs and symptoms of tobacco withdrawal defined by DSM-III. Tobacco abstinence in 50 smokers increased DSM-III withdrawal symptoms, causing distress similar to psychiatric outpatients, though greater discomfort did not lower smoking cessation rates.
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