Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Smoking Cessation: A Scoping Review
Nursing Research
|February 25, 2026
Summary
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) shows promise for smoking cessation, especially for individuals with mental health conditions. Further research is needed to enhance ACT
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a third-generation cognitive behavioral therapy, is increasingly used for smoking cessation.
- Existing research on ACT for smoking cessation requires comprehensive review to understand its progress, scope, findings, and limitations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the application of ACT in smoking cessation.
- To analyze the current research landscape and identify future theoretical insights and solutions for smoking cessation.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature search was conducted across ten major databases up to March 20, 2024.
- Data extraction and analysis were performed by two independent researchers on 35 included articles from eight countries.
Main Results:
- The review included 35 articles, encompassing diverse smoker populations (general and special needs) and intervention delivery methods (face-to-face, online).
- ACT interventions focused on core ACT principles, with outcomes assessing cessation rates, feasibility, acceptability, and craving management.
Conclusions:
- ACT-based interventions are a safe and effective strategy for smoking cessation, particularly for patients with co-occurring mental health conditions.
- Further research is recommended to optimize the quality and efficacy of ACT interventions for smoking cessation.
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