Table 2.

Beliefs Regarding Effectiveness of Tobacco Dependence Treatments

	Not at all effective (%)	Minimally effective (%)	Somewhat effective (%)	Very effective (%)
Medication
Combination medications (n = 316)	3	8	55	34
Bupropion (n = 326)	1	11	65	23
Patch (n = 329)	2	24	65	9
Gum (n = 328)	6	38	52	4
Inhaler (n = 303)	7	38	51	4
Nasal spray (n = 298)	10	40	46	4
Nonpharmacologic treatment
Behavioral counseling (n = 328)	3	28	54	15
Programs with group treatment (n = 314)	4	29	52	15
Telephone (n = 300)	23	52	22	3
Internet (n = 292)	21	56	21	2