Difficulties experienced during past quit attempts (n=386)
| Number (%) | |
|---|---|
| Number of participants experiencing difficulties* | 311 (80.6) |
| Urge to smoke | 229 (59.3) |
| Irritability/aggression | 201 (52.1) |
| Restlessness | 183 (47.4) |
| Increased appetite | 155 (40.2) |
| Nighttime awakenings | 126 (32.6) |
| Depression | 101 (26.2) |
| Poor concentration | 91 (23.6) |
| Mouth ulcers | 23 (6.0) |
| Anxiety | 7 (1.8) |
| Weight gain | 5 (1.3) |
| Night sweats | 3 (0.8) |
| Others | 24 (6.3) |
*Some experienced more than one difficulty.