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Partner behaviors that support quitting smoking.

S Cohen1, E Lichtenstein

  • 1Department of Psychology, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213.

Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology
|June 1, 1990
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The ratio of positive to negative partner behaviors during smoking cessation predicts abstinence better than individual behavior frequencies. Relationship context influences the impact of support, with partners showing more positive actions than anticipated.

Area of Science:

  • Behavioral Psychology
  • Addiction Science
  • Relationship Psychology

Background:

  • Smoking cessation is challenging, with partner support being a critical factor.
  • Understanding the nuances of partner interactions is vital for improving cessation outcomes.
  • Previous research highlights the importance of support but lacks detailed analysis of behavior ratios.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the predictive power of the ratio of positive to negative partner behaviors on smoking abstinence.
  • To compare received partner behaviors against expectations during smoking cessation.
  • To explore the mediating role of relationship context in the effectiveness of partner support.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 221 individuals completed a shortened Partner Interaction Questionnaire (PIQ) one month post-quit date.

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  • Participants reported frequencies of 10 positive and 10 negative partner behaviors.
  • A subset reported pre-cessation expectations of partner support.

    • Main Results:

    • The ratio of positive/negative partner behaviors was a stronger predictor of abstinence than individual behavior frequencies.
    • Higher positive/negative behavior ratios correlated with increased abstinence rates.
    • Partners were perceived as less interactive but more positive than expected.

    Conclusions:

    • The balance of supportive versus unsupportive partner behaviors significantly impacts smoking cessation success.
    • Relationship dynamics and perceived support influence the effectiveness of specific partner actions.
    • The Partner Interaction Questionnaire (PIQ) demonstrates utility in assessing relationship support during cessation efforts.