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Financial rewards significantly increase smoking cessation rates, even in pregnancy

Last updated: January 15, 2025 5:00 am
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Financial rewards and incentives have been proven to be effective methods in helping people quit smoking, as highlighted in a recent Cochrane review led by a researcher from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The study also revealed that these interventions are particularly successful for pregnant individuals, with high-certainty evidence supporting their effectiveness in this population.

Previous research had already suggested that financial incentives played a role in encouraging pregnant individuals to quit smoking. However, the latest review provided even stronger evidence of this link, emphasizing the importance of finding ways to support smoking cessation in pregnant individuals due to the potential harm smoking can cause to both the parent and fetus.

The review included a total of 47 mixed-population studies from various regions, with nearly 22,000 participants. The researchers found that financial incentives significantly improved smoking cessation rates in the long term, even after the incentives were no longer provided. Additionally, a separate analysis of 13 studies involving pregnant individuals showed that those who received financial incentives were more likely to successfully quit smoking compared to those who did not receive incentives.

The value of the incentives varied across studies, ranging from cash rewards to vouchers, with no clear correlation between the amount offered and the quit rate. The research was a collaborative effort between the University of East Anglia, UMass Amherst, the University of Oxford, and the University of Edinburgh.

Lead author Caitlin Notley from UEA emphasized the importance of incentives in supporting smoking cessation efforts, stating that they are more effective than not offering incentives at all. The findings of the study have significant implications for public health initiatives aimed at reducing smoking prevalence and improving overall health outcomes.

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In addition to the benefits for individuals, the study also highlighted the positive impact of financial incentives on a larger scale. For example, California recently implemented a program that offers incentives, such as small-value gift cards, to Medicaid beneficiaries who quit using stimulants. This approach, known as “contingency management,” has been shown to be effective in treating stimulant use disorder and has been adopted by several other states following California’s lead.

Overall, the research underscores the importance of innovative approaches, such as financial incentives, in supporting smoking cessation efforts and improving public health outcomes. By addressing the psychological reward systems involved in addiction, these interventions offer a valuable tool in helping individuals overcome nicotine dependence and lead healthier lives.

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