American Society of Addiction Medicine
American Society of Addiction Medicine
Lead: Very Low Nicotine Content Cigarettes for Smoking Cessation: Examining a Facilitated Extinction Approach and Dosing Schedule
Lead: Very Low Nicotine Content Cigarettes for Smoking Cessation: Examining a Facilitated Extinction Approach and Dosing Schedule
Lead: Very Low Nicotine Content Cigarettes for Smoking Cessation: Examining a Facilitated Extinction Approach and Dosing Schedule
Tuesday 2nd December 2025
Explore how Very Low Nicotine Cigarettes may aid smoking cessation with insights from addiction medicine experts.
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Episode Overview
- VLNC cigarettes show promise in reducing smoking behaviour.
- Facilitated extinction counselling targets habitual smoking contexts.
- Contingency management increases alcohol-free days.
- Cannabis may reduce alcohol consumption post-smoking.
- Methadone and buprenorphine use trends reveal shifts in treatment.
"Facilitated extinction had participants smoke only in relevant contexts."
Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of addiction recovery as This Week in Addiction Medicine from ASAM delves into the world of smoking cessation. The episode kicks off with a fascinating discussion on Very Low Nicotine Content (VLNC) cigarettes and their role in helping individuals quit smoking. These cigarettes, containing just 0.4 mg nicotine per gram of tobacco, have shown promising results in reducing smoking behaviour compared to their high-nicotine counterparts.
The podcast explores different experimental groups, including immediate versus gradual transition to VLNC and standard counselling versus facilitated extinction counselling. The latter involves participants smoking only in relevant contexts, aiming to break the habitual cycle of smoking. Listeners are taken through the study's findings, revealing that the immediate nicotine reduction group experienced less smoking satisfaction and a lower completion rate. Yet, abstinence at two months post-study stood at 29%, showcasing the potential benefits of VLNC in smoking cessation.
The episode doesn't stop there; it dives into contingency management for unhealthy alcohol use, highlighting its effectiveness in reducing alcohol consumption and increasing alcohol-free days. From cannabis effects on alcohol craving to methadone use trends among Medicaid enrollees, this episode is packed with insights into addiction treatment and research. How can strategies like VLNC cigarettes and contingency management reshape the future of addiction recovery? Tune in to find out and explore the ongoing efforts to support individuals battling addiction.
You'll leave with a deeper understanding of the innovative approaches being explored in addiction medicine today.