Nicotine, negative affect, and depression

Depression, whether conceptualized as a trait, symptom, or as a diagnosable disorder, is overrepresented among smokers. Depressed smokers appear to experience more withdrawal symptoms on quitting, are less likely to be successful at quitting, and are more likely to relapse. This article documents th...

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Published inJournal of consulting and clinical psychology Vol. 61; no. 5; p. 761
Main Authors Hall, S M, Muñoz, R F, Reus, V I, Sees, K L
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.10.1993
Subjects
Combined Modality Therapy
Depression - physiopathology
Depression - psychology
Humans
Neurotransmitter Agents - physiology
Nicotine - administration & dosage
Nicotine - adverse effects
Nicotine - pharmacokinetics
Smoking - adverse effects
Smoking - physiopathology
Smoking - psychology
Smoking Cessation - psychology
Substance Withdrawal Syndrome - physiopathology
Substance Withdrawal Syndrome - psychology
Treatment Outcome
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Summary:Depression, whether conceptualized as a trait, symptom, or as a diagnosable disorder, is overrepresented among smokers. Depressed smokers appear to experience more withdrawal symptoms on quitting, are less likely to be successful at quitting, and are more likely to relapse. This article documents these relationships and explores several potential links between smoking and depression. The potential efficacy of antidepressant therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and nicotine replacement therapy for smokers with depressive disorders or traits is discussed. Clinical implications and the role of patient treatment matching are also discussed.
ISSN:0022-006X
DOI:10.1037/0022-006X.61.5.761