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1School of Nursing, Department of Health and Social Development, University of British Columbia Okanagan, Kelowna, BC, Canada.
Many e-cigarette users want to quit vaping. Gradual reduction, especially tapering nicotine, is a common quitting method. Physical health concerns and addiction are key motivators for quitting vaping.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Behavioral Science
- Digital Health
Background:
- E-cigarette use (vaping) has surged, particularly among young people.
- A significant number of e-cigarette users express a desire to quit.
- Understanding vaping cessation is crucial for developing effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore user-reported experiences and strategies for quitting vaping.
- To identify common methods, motivations, barriers, and facilitators in vaping cessation.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of 1228 posts from a dedicated online community (subreddit) focused on quitting vaping.
- Inductive content analysis using NVivo 12 software to identify themes.
Main Results:
- Gradual reduction, specifically tapering nicotine content, is a preferred quitting method.
- Primary reasons for quitting include negative physical health effects (e.g., lung issues) and addiction.
- Key barriers are nicotine withdrawal and addiction intensity; facilitators include distraction and positive mindset.
Conclusions:
- Vaping cessation involves unique user-driven strategies and experiences.
- Findings offer valuable insights for public health policy and intervention design for vaping cessation.
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