Do psychosocial interventions help pregnant women stop smoking according to the review?
Psychosocial interventions are proven to help pregnant women quit smoking. These methods include counseling, health education, social support, and incentives. A systematic review of 127 studies found that these approaches improve smoking cessation in pregnancy 1.
What the research says
A 2026 update of a major Cochrane review confirms that psychosocial interventions reduce smoking during pregnancy 5. This review included over 100 trials involving more than 28,000 women and found moderate to high quality evidence for the effectiveness of these methods 4. The interventions tested included counseling, feedback, and social support compared to usual care 5.
What to ask your doctor
- What psychosocial support options are available for me to quit smoking during pregnancy?
- How can counseling or social support help me stay smoke-free?
- Are there specific programs or resources for pregnant women who want to stop smoking?
- What types of behavioral strategies work best for my situation?
This question is drawn from common patient questions about OB/GYN & Women's Health and answered using cited medical research. We do not provide individualized advice.