The current state of research on prevention of relapse in cigarette smoking is reviewed and a number of factors relevant to research on such prevention discussed. Issues related to timing of the program, criterion for inclusion in the program, individual vs group treatment, and control of the influences of smoking by significant others are discussed.
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