The experiment of people entered into an anti-smoking program: a descriptive study
Online braz. j. nurs. (Online)
; 11(3)dec 21, 2012.
Article
en En, Es, Pt
| LILACS, BDENF
| ID: lil-673956
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BR1342.1
ABSTRACT
Aim:
To understand the experiences of people who have attempted to stop smoking by participating in an anti-smoking program.Methods:
A descriptive study with a qualitative approach conducted with members of an anti-tobacco program. This comprised of a semi-structured interview, and was subjected to content analysis.Results:
Of the 13 subjects, four had quit smoking and nine had not. From experiences reported, three primary feelings emerged realizing the necessity of quitting smoking; unveiling the mysteries of the process of smoking cessation; and the psychosocial implications of those who overcame their addiction.Discussion:
The difficulties found by those abstaining from tobacco feature a paradox between the need to stop smoking, and the compulsive desire to continue smoking.Conclusion:
The description of experiences reveals the complexity involved in quitting smoking and the importance of anti-tobacco programs, favoring the planning and implementation of these programs to increase tobacco cessation.Palabras clave
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Asunto principal:
Fumar
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Enfermería
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Cese del Uso de Tabaco
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Procesos de Grupo
Tipo de estudio:
Qualitative_research
Límite:
Female
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
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Es
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Revista:
Online braz. j. nurs. (Online)
Asunto de la revista:
ENFERMAGEM
Año:
2012
Tipo del documento:
Article