Menthol Cigarette Cessation Research Study
Researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences are conducting a study on smoking habits and quit attempts for African American menthol cigarette smokers.
Fast Facts
Current Menthol Cigarette Smoker
21-75 Years Olds Who Identify as African American/Black
Compensation
Provided
Conducted in
Arkansas or Remotely
Study Background
Help us understand what makes quitting smoking harder, or easier, for African American menthol cigarette smokers.
Researchers at UAMS are conducting a study to better understand the real-life experiences of African American adults who smoke menthol cigarettes and are trying to quit without professional help. Many smokers want to stop smoking, but the process can be challenging. This study looks at what people go through emotionally and physically while quitting, especially the cravings and negative feelings that can lead to smoking again.
We hope this research will help identify the key factors that lead to a successful quit attempt or relapse. The information we gather will be used to develop better tools and resources to support African American menthol smokers in quitting for good.
Study Background
Help us understand what makes quitting smoking harder, or easier, for African American menthol cigarette smokers.
Researchers at UAMS are conducting a study to better understand the real-life experiences of African American adults who smoke menthol cigarettes and are trying to quit without professional help. Many smokers want to stop smoking, but the process can be challenging. This study looks at what people go through emotionally and physically while quitting, especially the cravings and negative feelings that can lead to smoking again.
We hope this research will help identify the key factors that lead to a successful quit attempt or relapse. The information we gather will be used to develop better tools and resources to support African American menthol smokers in quitting for good.
Additional Information
This study is being done to learn about the day-to-day challenges and factors that affect whether African American menthol smokers successfully quit or return to smoking.
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Identify as African American or Black
- Current menthol cigarette smoker (e.g., smoked at least 100 cigarettes in their lifetime and now smoke menthol cigarettes ‘every day’ or ‘some days’ and in the past 30 days)
- Ages 21-75
- Live in Arkansas
Here’s what you can expect:
Screening: A quick phone interview to confirm you’re eligible.
Baseline Visit: A 30-minute online or in-person survey and a breath/saliva sample.
Pre-Quit Tracking (7 days): You’ll complete 3-minute daily check-ins for a week.
Quit Attempt: You’ll try to quit smoking.
Post-Quit Tracking (7 days): Another week of 3-minute daily check-ins.
Follow-Up Visits: Online surveys at 2 weeks, 1 month, and 3 months.
Optional Interview: Some may be invited to a 60-90 minute interview.
All visits can be done in person or virtually.
Participants can earn up to $335 through a reloadable ClinCard.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.