Tobacco Treatment/References and Resources
Below are resources and references to aid and support tobacco treatment interventions in Alameda County BHCS settings.
Articles, Presentations, Guidelines and Toolkits
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New An Argument for Change in Tobacco Treatment Options Guided by the ASAM Criteria for Patient Placemen  |
Article published by the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), outlines guidelines to provide optimal levels of treatment options in treating tobacco addiction with clients being treated for Substance Use Disorder |
| New Change in Mental Health After Smoking Cessation |
A meta-analysis that shows evidence of decreased mental health symptoms, including anxiety, depression and stress after quitting smoking |
| New Successful Tobacco Dependence Treatment in Schizophrenia |
Tobacco dependence is an important addiction that should be addressed as part of recovery-base mental health treatment, including for those with schizophrenia |
| New Schizophrenia Bulletin Article |
Tobacco Use Among Individuals with Schizophrenia: What Role Has the Tobacco Industry Played? |
| New Enhance Your State’s Tobacco Cessation Efforts Among the Behavioral Health Population: A Behavioral Health Resource |
The document was developed as a technical assistance resource for state substance abuse and mental health block grant recipients. |
| New Tobacco-Free Toolkit for Community Health Facilities. |
National Edition |
| New Varenicline found to be safe and effective in outpatients with stable schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder. |
Jill Williams et al. Double Blind Placebo-Controlled Study evaluating Safety and Efficacy of Varenicline for Smoking Cessation in Patients with Schizophrenia or Schizoaffective Disorder |
| New Behavioral Health Resources on Action to Quit Website includes Nami Hearts and Minds—Quitting Smoking Video. | http://www.actiontoquit.org/behavioral-health |
| New SAMSHA Advisories on Tobacco Policies and Tobacco Treatment in Substance Abuse Treatment | Tobacco Use Cessation During Substance Abuse Treatment Counseling
Tobacco Use Cessation Policies in Substance Abuse Treatment: Administrative Issues
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| ATTUD Position |
Article on ATTUD Position Statement Integrating Tobacco Treatment within Behavioral Health articles presentations |
| PEERS | A peer-to-peer Tobacco Education Presentation for mental health consumers in community settings and at provider sites. To schedule a presentation contact: Heather Riemer Phone: 510-567-7615, (direct line), or at PEERS: 510-832-7337 x205, or email Heather at hriemer@peersnet.org |
| New Learning About Health Living |
A simple 20 session tobacco education program designed by a group of social workers and psychiatrist in NY and NH as a program to help motivate mental health clients to consider trying to quit smoking |
| Tobacco-Free Living in Psychiatric Settings |
Best Practices Toolkit promoting Wellness and Recovery, National Assoc. of State Mental Health Program Directors. |
| A Tobacco-Free Toolkit for Community Health Facilities |
Project TRUST Edition |
| Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons with Co-Occurring Disorders TIP 42.
Case study.
Guidelines. |
Publication by US Department of Health and Human Services – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Center (SAMHSA). Offers a case study(pages 216-220) and specific tobacco treatment guidelines pages 333-348 |
| Clinical Practice Guidelines for treating tobacco-Use and Dependence |
This document under-scores the need to treat tobacco dependence as a chronic relapsing condition that warrants repeated treatment interventions. Published by US Public Health Services |
| A Comprehensive Model for Mental Health Tobacco Recovery in New Jersey |
Published article by J. Williams et al. Article explaining their model for Mental Health Tobacco Recovery in New Jersey with the overarching goal of improving tobacco cessation for smokers with serious mental illness. |
| Varenicline Expert Opinion |
J. Williams up- to-date evidence- based review of use of Varenicline/Chantix |
| Legacy fact sheet on E-Cigarettes |
This fact sheet clarifies that there is no evidence of safety and no evidence of efficacy for tobacco treatment with the e-cigarette. |
| Wisconsin Nicotine Treatment Integration Project: Mental Health AODA and Tobacco Dependence | Excellent website on Quitting tobacco in Mental Health and substance abuse Treatment Numerous videos and other materials - CHECK IT OUT! |
| Superb client and staff videos on addressing tobacco in drug treatment.
Client video Staff video |
These terrific videos were made by New York State and they are available on the internet free. They capture the essence of the powerful connection between tobacco use and drug use from the eyes of staff and of clients. |
E-Cigarette Information and Research Articles
| Handout Title | Description |
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| Research Article |
Nicotine and the Developing Human Brain - A Neglected Element in the Electronic Cigarette Debate |
| Electronic Cigarette Fact Sheet |
American Lung Association facts and positions on E-Cigarettes |
| Electronic Cigarette Fact Sheet |
Answers to Some Frequently Asked Questions |
| New FAQ_E-cigarettes |
The CA Dept. of Public Health Tobacco Control Program answers most frequently asked questions about e-cigarettes. |
Tobacco-Free Housing, Environments and Programs - Research and Tips for Implementation
| Handout Title | Description |
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| Children’s Exposure to Secondhand Smoke:
Nearly One Million Affected in California |
A research document provided by UCLA Center for Health Policy Research, titled: Children's Exposure to Secondhand Smoke: Nearly One Million Affected in California. |
| Common Implementation Concerns |
This document addresses common concerns, questions and answers when implementing tobacco-free living environments. |
| Instituting Smoke-Free Public Housing |
This is a HUD document indicating their intention to institute Smoke-Free Public Housing to improve air quality in housing, reduce fires and maintenance costs. |
| Real Stories, Real Success:
Smoke-Free Policies in Action |
This document addresses common concerns, questions and answers when implementing tobacco-free living environments. |
| Vital Signs: Disparities in Nonsmokers’ Exposure to Secondhand Smoke |
This Report indicates the health disparities in non-smokers who are exposed to secondhand smoke in their living environments. |
Using Pharmacotherapy Medications – Client/Patient Handouts
| Handout Title | Description |
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| Tips from the Experts |
Advise based on the latest research evidence and the clinical expertise of 16 experts on tobacco treatment |
| Nicotine Gum |
Each handout Includes information on: What it is, step-by-step directions on how to use it properly, Do’s and Don’ts, warnings and contact support information |
| Nicotine Patch |
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| Nicotine Lozenge |
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| Zyban-Bupropion |
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| Chantix Varenicline |
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| Inhaler |
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| Nicotine Nasal Spray |
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| Medi-Cal flyer |
Flyer summarizing Medi-Cal bulletins on Patches and Varenicline, created by SFGH/TFP-SFGH Stop Smoking Program. |
| Medi-Cal bulletins 746 |
new guidelines for Medi-Cal dispensing of Zyban and nicotine patch. Flyer is excerpt from Medi-Cal update: Pharmacy / February 2011 / Bulletin 746 Bulletin can be found at web address : http://files.medi-cal.ca.gov/pubsdoco/bulletins/artfull/ph201102r.asp |
| New Medi-Cal Pharmacy Update |
Nicotine Gum and Lozenge coverage - May 2014 |
| Varenicline Medi-Cal Update - 754 |
Flyer is excerpt on Varenicline from Medi-Cal Update: Pharmacy / July 2011 / Bulletin 754 To see full contents of the Bulletin, use link: http://filessysdev.medi-cal.ca.gov/pubsdoco/bulletins/artfull/ph201106r.asp |
Tobacco Education / Resource Information – Client/Patient Handouts
| Handout Title | Description |
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| New Traditional Vs. Commercial Tobacco |
Flyer - Lists the benefits of quitting tobacco. |
| Benefits of Quitting Tobacco for People in Mental Health Recovery |
Flyer - Lists the benefits of quitting tobacco. |
| Electronic Cigarette Fact Sheet |
Answers to Some Frequently Asked Questions |
| The Benefits of Quitting Tobacco |
This lists the benefits of quitting tobacco as time passes from last cigarette – from first 20mins to after 10 years. |
| Diabetes and Smoking |
Flyer – Facts about Smoking and Diabetes |
| Smoking and Heart Attack |
Flyer – Facts and information on the effects of smoking on heart attacks, as well as the specific benefits of quitting to reduce risk of heart attack |
| Tips for People Who Smoke and Are Having Surgery |
Flyer – Explains how smoking often leads to complications during surgery and anesthesia. Provides steps for a more successful surgery |
| Tobacco Intervention for Early COPD Saves Lives |
Flyer – Explains COPD and its relation to smoking, as well as how quitting can help lung function |
| Asthma – Why Protect those Who Have Asthma from Cigarette Smoke |
Flyer – facts and information on how smoking affects people (children and teens) with asthma, benefits of quitting smoking, and ways to protect those with asthma from SHS |
| Asthma and Smoking |
Flyer – Facts about Asthma and smoking, how smoking affects people with Asthma, and lists resources to quit. |
| CDC Warning – Coronary Heart Disease |
Simple flyer - CDC warning that secondhand smoke increases heart attacks |
| Tobacco Fact Sheet |
Flyer – facts about tobacco |
| Tobacco Fact Sheet for Teens |
Flyer – facts about tobacco |
| Flu Shot flyer |
Flyer – explains how smoking increases risk for flu |
| Living Free Brochure – tips on how to avoid relapse
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Brochure – to help people who quit or are planning to quit from relapsing: looking out for triggers, managing negative thoughts, getting support, writing out a plan, and lists resources. |
| AC Tobacco Cessation Resource List |
Brochure – Alameda County Tobacco Cessation Resource List from the American Lung Association |
| Nicotine Anonymous |
Handout – Includes an Article describing Nicotine Anonymous, and lists telephone and Alameda County NA cessation support |
| 5 Keys for Quitting |
Handout to help create a quit plan – created by the US Dept. of HHS |
| Benefits of quitting tobacco for People in Recovery |
Flyer – Lists Benefits of Quitting Tobacco for People in Recovery from Alcohol and Drugs. Lists Facts about Tobacco and Substance Abuse. |
| Carbon Monoxide |
Handout for providers who use Carbon Monoxide monitors on their patients/clients. Explains Carbon Monoxide Test Score and Facts about Carbon Monoxide |
| Nicotine-Free News - Spring 2011
For Teens Who Want 2b Free From Tobacco
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2 flyers (each with front & back) – with online, phone and Alameda County resources especially for teens |
| Tobacco Posters |
Downloadable posters encouraging those with Mental Health and Substance Abuse Conditions to quit tobacco. |
Tobacco Information and Tools – for Clinicians / Health Provider
| Handout Title | Description |
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| New Alameda Alliance Formulary Changes for Nicotine Replacement and Chantix |
Effective Jan. 15, 2016, Alameda Alliance now covers Nicotine Lozenge, and Chantix without a PAR. |
| New Reasons For Quitting |
Print this out in card stock and cut-up into little squares. Use this with your clients as they tell you all their Reasons For Quitting. |
| New PackTracks |
Your clients/Patients can use this to track their cigarette use |
| New PackTracks |
A Pack Track clients can use to track how they Cope with Cravings and Moods. Great for teens. |
| New Prescription Insurance Coverage - nicotine replacement |
Alameda County, CA New Guide for Tobacco Treatment Coverage |
| New Smoking Cessation Certificate |
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| New Plan for high risk situations |
911 for Urge Surge. |
| Tobacco Cessation Client Screening Form |
A form to help clinicians and providers in screening individual clients for tobacco; includes: Chronic conditions, Contraindications to tobacco pharmacotherapy. |
| Addiction Triangle |
A graphic representation of the addiction triangle and circle of support |
| The Association for the Treatment of Tobacco Use and Dependence – Resources handout |
ATTUD offers an excellent list serve for subscribers. |
| New Helping People Decide Which Method to Use |
A handout to help Clinicians and Clients decide which method to use and compares them. |
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Nicotine-Free News
Spring 2012
Fall 2012
Spring 2013
Fall 2013
Fall 2014
Spring 2015
Fall-Winter 2015
New Spring 2016
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A Bi-annual Newsletter (spring and fall) focused on the latest news in Tobacco in Alameda County and more, upcoming trainings, and cessation resources |
| Video list
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This list has some excellent videos that can be purchased and others that can be viewed on the internet for free. Consider using them with your clients and/or staff |
| Choices (Consumers Helping Others Improve their Condition by Ending Smoking) Newsletter
Winter 2012
February 2013
October 2013
New December 2015
New June 2016
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This newsletter is written by consumers/peers/partners for others facing tobacco dependence and wanting to be free. It is something you might want to print and put in your waiting room or post. |
Spanish Handouts and Resources
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