This section outlines the treatment approach for Jane's smoking cessation, detailing the combination of pharmacotherapy and behavior therapy, with a focus on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
Integrating Pharmacotherapy and ACT for Smoking Cessation
Key Points
- A comprehensive treatment plan for Jane’s smoking cessation included a combination of pharmacotherapy and behavior therapy, specifically acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
- Nicotine replacement therapy, involving a nicotine patch and gum, was used to mitigate withdrawal symptoms, enhancing the effectiveness of behavioral interventions.
- The selection of ACT was informed by its empirical validation, including significant findings from the iCanQuit Study, and its compatibility with addressing identified behavioral triggers in smoking cessation.
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