Smoking cessation in workplace settings: quit rates and determinants in a group behaviour therapy programme
Yann Hausherr1, Carlos Quinto1, Leticia Grize1
1Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute, Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, Basel, Switzerland; University of Basel, Faculty of Medicine, Basel, Switzerland.
Workplace smoking cessation programs show success, but younger, heavier smokers need extra support for long-term abstinence. Cognitive behavioural group therapy is effective, yet some individuals require personalized interventions to quit successfully.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Behavioral Science
- Addiction Medicine
Background:
- Workplace smoking cessation programs leverage legislation to prevent tobacco-related diseases.
- Identifying relapse factors is crucial for optimizing interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify factors associated with smoking relapse in a workplace setting.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a workplace smoking cessation program.
Main Methods:
- Prospective cohort study of 1287 smokers (aged 16-68) from 2006-2012.
- Intervention: Cognitive behavioural group therapy with telephone counselling.
- Evaluation: Anonymised questionnaires (pre-, post-, 12-month follow-up).
Main Results:
- Self-reported abstinence: 72.4% post-training, 18.6% at 1-year follow-up.
- Relapse risk factors: increased years/cigarettes smoked, appetite, sleep issues, satisfaction.
- First-year failure factors: younger age, more cigarettes, recent failed quit attempts.
Conclusions:
- Workplace programs achieve reasonable long-term quit rates.
- Younger, highly addicted smokers require additional support for sustained abstinence.
- Cognitive behavioural group therapy is effective, but some individuals benefit from tailored interventions.
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