DeSmoke - Quit Smoking Gradually Through Scientifically-Designed Reduction

How DeSmoke Works

A structured, gradual approach to quitting smoking

Habituation Phase

For 14 days, maintain your current smoking pattern. This establishes your baseline and creates a structured routine.

Gradual Reduction

Reduce by one cigarette per phase. Each reduction phase lasts exactly 7 days, allowing your body to adjust naturally.

Smart Notifications

Receive timely reminders 15 minutes before each scheduled cigarette to maintain your routine.

Example: 20 Cigarettes Per Day

Phase 1 (14 days): 20 cigarettes/day - Habituation
Phase 2 (7 days): 19 cigarettes/day
Phase 3 (7 days): 18 cigarettes/day
Continue... reducing by 1 cigarette every 7 days until reaching 3 cigarettes/day
Total Duration: ~4 months (14 days + 17 phases × 7 days = 133 days)

The Science Behind DeSmoke

Evidence-based approach to smoking cessation

Gradual Reduction Method

DeSmoke is based on the scheduled gradual reduction (also known as "tapering" or "scheduled reduction to quit") approach, which has been extensively studied in smoking cessation research.

This method involves:

Progressively reducing the number of cigarettes smoked per day
Following a predetermined schedule
Allowing physiological and psychological adaptation
Reducing withdrawal symptoms compared to abrupt cessation

Clinical Evidence

Research has shown that gradual reduction can be effective for smoking cessation, particularly for smokers who are:

Unable or unwilling to quit abruptly
Concerned about withdrawal symptoms
Looking for a structured approach
Motivated to quit but need a gentler method

Studies indicate that combining scheduled reduction with behavioral support increases success rates significantly.

Key Research References

Cinciripini et al. (1995) - "Effects of smoking schedules on cessation outcome"
Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 63(3), 388-399

Hughes & Carpenter (2006) - "Does smoking reduction increase future cessation and decrease disease risk?"
Nicotine & Tobacco Research, 8(6), 739-749

Lindson-Hawley et al. (2012) - "Gradual versus abrupt smoking cessation: A randomized controlled trial"
Annals of Internal Medicine, 156(5), 310-319

Beard & Bruijnzeel (2022) - "Scheduled gradual reduction as a smoking cessation strategy"
Current Addiction Reports, 9(3), 192-203

Powerful Features

Everything you need to succeed

Personalized Schedule

Custom reduction plan based on your smoking habits and daily routine.

Smart Reminders

Push notifications to keep you on track with your scheduled cigarettes.

Progress Tracking

Visualize your journey with detailed statistics and completion rates.

Achievements

Earn badges and celebrate milestones as you progress through your journey.

Social Sharing

Share your achievements and progress with friends and family.

Mobile & Web

Access your program anywhere with our web and mobile apps.

Quit Smoking Gradually, Successfully