Published on Nov 20, the article states:
"Our research showed they are at least as effective and safe as NRT patch for helping people quit in the short term. Following a risk:benefit assessment, they may be an option for smokers who have tried all other evidence-based treatments yet repeatedly relapsed to smoking, or for whom behavioral dependence is a major feature of their addiction to cigarettes."
Full article here:
The Role of Electronic Cigarettes for Tobacco Dependence Treatment | Psychiatric Times
"Our research showed they are at least as effective and safe as NRT patch for helping people quit in the short term. Following a risk:benefit assessment, they may be an option for smokers who have tried all other evidence-based treatments yet repeatedly relapsed to smoking, or for whom behavioral dependence is a major feature of their addiction to cigarettes."
Full article here:
The Role of Electronic Cigarettes for Tobacco Dependence Treatment | Psychiatric Times