Indexing Quit-Smoking Interest among Norwegian Smokers 2019-2021
1Department of Alcohol, Tobacco and Drugs, Norwegian Institute of Public Health, PO Box 222, 0213 Skøyen, Oslo, Norway.
Journal of Smoking Cessation
|February 23, 2023
Summary
A study of Norwegian smokers found that while one-third desire to quit, nearly half are not interested in quitting. This highlights challenges for achieving smoke-free society goals.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Behavioral Science
- Tobacco Control
Background:
- Smoking cessation is crucial for reducing tobacco-related harms and achieving smoke-free society goals.
- Understanding smokers' interest in quitting is essential for effective tobacco control strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the distribution of interest in quitting among Norwegian smokers using multiple indicators.
- To construct an index of quitting interest based on desire, future prediction, plans, and past attempts.
Main Methods:
- A pooled sample of 1321 Norwegian smokers was surveyed.
- Four indicators of quitting interest were measured: desire, future prediction, quitting plans, and past attempts.
- An index of quitting interest was constructed from these variables.
Main Results:
- 32.6% of smokers reported high or very high interest in quitting.
- 47.8% of smokers reported low or very low interest in quitting.
- Significant portions of smokers show varying levels of interest in cessation.
Conclusions:
- Current tobacco control measures may aid smokers who wish to quit but could be perceived negatively by those uninterested.
- Tailored strategies are needed to address the diverse motivations and interests of smokers regarding cessation.
- Achieving a smoke-free society requires understanding and addressing the needs of both willing and unwilling quitters.
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