Key result
Smokers with a history of depression require a multimodal approach to smoking cessation, including antidepressants and psychological strategies, to assist with mood regulation and nicotine withdrawal.
Why the study?
What are effective smoking cessation strategies for patients with a lifetime history of depression?
Population
Smokers with a lifetime history of depression
Design
Review
Authors
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Should not yet change practice for smokers with depression; leaves open need for RCTs to validate multimodal strategies.
What are effective smoking cessation strategies for patients with a lifetime history of depression?
Smokers with a history of depression require a multimodal smoking cessation approach, including specific antidepressants and psychological strategies, to manage mood and prevent relapse.
Wilhelm et al. (2004) conducted a review in Depression and cigarette smoking. Smoking cessation strategies was evaluated. Smokers with a history of depression require a multimodal approach to smoking cessation, including antidepressants and psychological strategies, to assist with mood regulation and nicotine withdrawal.
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