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Medical AI Inquiry: You was designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.  Labels: INTRODUCTION, METHODS, RESULTS. Meshes: Adult, Aged, Attitude of Health Personnel, Complementary Therapies, England, Female, Health Personnel, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Neoplasms, Smoking Cessation, Surveys and Questionnaires.
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Smoking cessation dialogue and the complementary therapist: reluctance to engage? Context: Our aim was to explore the experiences and views of complementary therapists (CT) regarding smoking cessation (SC) support within the oncology setting. Two oncology sites participated in the North West of England. Three focus groups were conducted (n = 19) with resulting transcripts thematically analysed. Demographic data was collected via a short questionnaire. Reasons were given for reluctance to engage in SC support, these included; fear of comprising the therapeutic relationship, patient's poor motivation and/or those living with life limiting disease. Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) advice was regarded as a 'medical' activity. There was evidence of smoker-related stigmatisation.
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This study provided insights in how complementary therapists view a potential SC role. Research is needed to determine whether the findings are common to other areas of CT practice. Further training in SC support is suggested for those working in oncology settings.