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New treatment option for Smoking Cessation
Official title PASCAL Feasibility Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07301151
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this randomized study is to assess if a conversational agent (or chatbot) that the investigators have developed to help with quitting smoking is acceptable to people trying to quit smoking and to also collect initial information regarding its effectiveness. In this study, some participants trying to quit smoking will be provided with this chatbot while other participants will not be
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 and older
You may be able to join if
- Identify as Black or African American
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Meet a minimum smoking amount
- Be willing to make a quit attempt in the next 30 days
- Have a smartphone capable of downloading and running the study app
You likely can't join if
- Medicinal nicotine use would require careful monitoring by a healthcare professional
- Medical condition or medication used likely to significantly interfere with study outcomes or to be significantly affected by changes in smoking...
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding
See the full eligibility criteria
- Identify as Black or African American
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Meet a minimum smoking amount
- Be willing to make a quit attempt in the next 30 days
- Have a smartphone capable of downloading and running the study app
- Be able to upload data from the app
- Agree to receive text message reminders about study activities
- Be a native English speaker
- Reside in Minnesota.
- Medicinal nicotine use would require careful monitoring by a healthcare professional
- Medical condition or medication used likely to significantly interfere with study outcomes or to be significantly affected by changes in smoking behavior
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 21 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.