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  • Behavioral toxicology
  • Public health

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  • Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are increasingly popular, raising concerns about their potential health effects and abuse liability.
  • Understanding user behavior and subjective effects is crucial for assessing the risks associated with e-cigarette use.
  • Existing research has limitations in generalizability and scope.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review available evidence on the abuse liability, topography, subjective effects, craving, and withdrawal suppression related to e-cigarette use.
  • To identify information gaps in the current research landscape.
  • To provide recommendations for future research directions.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature searches were conducted across five electronic databases from October 2012 to January 2014.
  • Included studies were peer-reviewed scientific journal articles focusing on clinical laboratory studies, national surveys, or content analyses.
  • A total of 15 articles published between 2010 and 2014 were included in the review.

Main Results:

  • Abuse liability studies for e-cigarettes are limited in their generalizability.
  • E-cigarette use involves longer puff durations and stronger suction compared to traditional cigarettes.
  • Data on subjective effects and withdrawal suppression are inconsistent and limited, requiring cautious interpretation due to product novelty and user inexperience.

Conclusions:

  • There is a significant lack of information regarding the abuse liability, topography, and subjective effects of e-cigarettes.
  • Future research should focus on experienced users and real-world settings to better assess behavioral and subjective outcomes.
  • Further investigation into 'real-world' e-cigarette use patterns is essential for clarifying behavioral profiles and potential adverse health effects.