tment of tobacco dependence in a smoker who has had lung cancer in the past

Abstract

The relationship between smoking and lung cancer is well established. The leading known cause of lung cancer is the consumption of tobacco, which is responsible for 90% of lung cancer cases. In this article we present the case of a smoker who has had lung cancer in the past (survivor of lung adenocarcinoma a total of twelve years), who requires treatment to stop smoking, motivated by the fear of suffering from lung cancer again and dying from diseases related to the consumption of tobacco. He was given the cognitive-behavioral psychological treatment “Smoking Cessation Program.” It describes the assessment, treatment and subsequent follow-ups over twelve months. The result of this treatment shows that it is possible to quit smoking and remain abstinent from it during a year. This case highlights the physical and psychological benefits of quitting smoking, as well as the increase of health-related quality of life.