Research Article

What Aspect of Dependence Does the Fagerström Test for Nicotine Dependence Measure?

Table 2

The Autonomy Over Tobacco Scale.

This statement describes me…

Withdrawal subscaleNot at allA littlePretty well Very well
 When I go too long without a cigarette I get nervous or anxious0123
 When I go too long without a cigarette I lose my temper more easily0123
 When I go too long without a cigarette I get strong urges that are hard to get rid of0123
 When I go too long without a cigarette I get impatient0123
Psychological Dependence subscale
 I would go crazy if I could not smoke0123
 I rely on smoking to deal with stress0123
 I rely on smoking to take my mind off being bored0123
 I rely on smoking to focus my attention0123
Cue-Induced Craving subscale
 After eating I want a cigarette0123
 When I smell cigarette smoke I want a cigarette0123
 When I see other people smoking I want a cigarette0123
 When I feel stressed I want a cigarette0123