Inhibitory Control in Smokers: An ERP Study
Author Information
Author(s): Maartje Luijten, Marianne Littel, Ingmar H. A. Franken
Primary Institution: Institute of Psychology, Erasmus University Rotterdam
Hypothesis
Smokers will show reduced response inhibition compared to non-smoking controls, particularly during smoking cue exposure.
Conclusion
Smokers have difficulties with response inhibition, which may be an important factor in smoking behaviors and cessation programs.
Supporting Evidence
- Smokers had reduced NoGo N2 amplitudes compared to non-smokers.
- Behavioral accuracy was lower in smokers on NoGo trials.
- Smokers reported increased craving after task performance.
Takeaway
Smokers find it harder to stop themselves from doing things when they see pictures of smoking, which can make it tough for them to quit.
Methodology
Participants performed a smoking Go/NoGo task while their brain activity was recorded using event-related potentials.
Limitations
The study design does not allow for conclusions about causality between reduced inhibitory control and smoking.
Participant Demographics
19 smokers (mean age 21.36 years, 14 male) and 20 non-smoking controls (mean age 21.55 years, 14 male).
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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