Smoking study: TAMI Coach
Official title Technology Assisted Motivational Interviewing
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06713603
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if a technology‑assisted motivational interviewing chatbot can improve readiness to quit and address social barriers to smoking cessation.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for adults who smoke and want to stop.
- What's involved
- Participants will interact with a chatbot that offers motivational interviewing, multilingual education about quitting tools, and helps build a tailored quit plan.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- A current Primary Care Provider patient
- Age 18 or older
- Smoke at least 1 cigarette per day for the past 7 consecutive days (and at least 100 lifetime)
- Have a digital device (phone, laptop, tablet)
- Moderately proficient in English
You likely can't join if
- Current participation in a smoking cessation program
- Current use of Nicotine Replacement Therapy or smoking cessation pharmacotherapy
- Cognitive impairment that would preclude informed consent
See the full eligibility criteria
- A current Primary Care Provider patient
- Age 18 or older
- Smoke at least 1 cigarette per day for the past 7 consecutive days (and at least 100 lifetime)
- Have a digital device (phone, laptop, tablet)
- Moderately proficient in English
- Able to participate for 6-month trial
- Current participation in a smoking cessation program
- Current use of Nicotine Replacement Therapy or smoking cessation pharmacotherapy
- Cognitive impairment that would preclude informed consent
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- San Francisco, California, 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?
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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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at San Francisco, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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