Kwit, an app based on scientific research

Kwit, a research-based application

Responsible for more than 7 million deaths per year worldwide, smoking remains the main factor of avoidable premature mortality. In order to help as many people as possible, we developed Kwit, our mobile app to quit smoking

Kwit our stop-smoking application

Validated methods

Cognitive and behavioral interventions have been shown to be effective, which is why Kwit uses them in a fun and caring way.

Raise your chances

Adding behavioral intervention to nicotine replacement therapy can triple your chances of quitting compared to quitting cold turkey!

An innovative approach

Quit smoking apps, including Kwit, increase motivation and self-confidence, which are very important for successful quitting.

Principle

Gamification can be defined as "the integration of game elements into non-game contexts". Kwit uses this approach and is presented as a game with levels to unlock.

Effects

Thanks to its positive effect on motivation, gamification increases the chances of successful withdrawal, as shown in a study using Kwit, and strengthens commitment in the long term.

Impact

Quit smoking apps increase the likelihood of staying smoke-free, so they have their purpose! All by using a holistic approach, Kwit goes further than many apps.

Using digital technology to change behaviors

Step 1

I’m preparing to quit

Acknowledging that you want to change is the first step, but often the most difficult! The next step is to understand what is causing the unwanted behavior by observing oneself carefully and analyzing one's reactions.

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Step 2

I’m taking action

Once the vicious circles have been identified, it is time to move on to the phase of building new habits. Explore the field of possibilities: the world is yours! Vary your pleasures and find what makes you feel good!

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Step 3

Non-smoker for good

Have you found what to replace your unwanted behavior with? Well done! Be kind to yourself and accept that there may be deviations: acceptance is the best way to persevere!

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Scientifically proven content validated by our science team

Our values

Our content is written, edited, and updated by our science team that users can access via the application.

What we recommend

Kwit recommends consulting a health professional if the results of the questionnaires suggest it.

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They work with us

Webinars, research projects, partnerships... They have provided us with their expertise to answer a large number of questions about quitting smoking.

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Expert

Anne-Laure Laratte

Very active in the fight against dieting, Anne-Laure gave us her advice on eating during smoking cessation to stabilize your weight while enjoying yourself!

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University

Imperial College London

Impact of Gamification on the Self-Efficacy and Motivation to Quit of Smokers: Observational Study of Two Gamified Smoking Cessation Mobile Apps.

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Expert

Jean-Del Burdairon

Specialist in addictions, Jean-Del explained how they appear, where cravings comes from, and how to overcome it with some simple strategies.

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University

University of Paris Nanterre

A study is underway on e-health for addiction treatment.

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Expert

Sibylle Mauries

Who better than a sleep specialist to make you sleep like a baby during your smoking cessation? With Sibylle, say goodbye to nightmares and insomnia!

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University

University of Pittsburgh

We have collaborated twice with the University of Pittsburgh on clinical study protocols.

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Expert

Erwan Rebuffé

Did you know that physical activity could be an ally in quitting smoking? Erwan explained to us why, and above all how to get back into it!

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Institution

INCA

Kwit and the French National Cancer Institute worked together on the Tabado program to empower apprentices and vocational high school students to quit smoking.

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Institution

Santé Respiratoire France

Santé Respiratoire France collaborates with Kwit to identify people at risk of COPD. Indeed, COPD is a significant public health issue and affects smokers primarily.

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Institution

Demain sera Non-Fumeur (DNF)

Kwit and DNF are partnering to fight air pollution and promote a smoke-free terrace initiative.

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University

University of San Francisco (USFCA)

Kwit collaborated with the University of San Francisco to transform their campus into a smoke-free campus.

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Contributing experts have no interests to declare, especially with the tobacco or pharmaceutical industries.

A Win-Win partnership

We offer you a partnership framework that benefits everyone: together we will build a smoke-free world!

Going digital

We are committed to a public health approach to promote better living.We believe that mobile applications are a promising way to improve wellbeing and carry out preventive actions.

Working hand in hand

In order for this partnership to be beneficial for all, we propose to exchange information regularly. With your feedback, we can improve our solution together. In return, you will benefit from preferential offers or free of charge.

Caring for populations at risk

We are particularly interested in pregnancy, youth and cancer, but also in any other proposal.

We welcome all stakeholders who want to be involved in building a smoke-free society!

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Our scientific board

We collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists and behavioral science experts to develop the best behavior change solutions.

Dr. Jean-Victor Blanc

Psychiatrist and addictologist in a hospital in Paris, Jean-Victor popularizes mental health matters and addiction by taking advantage of examples from pop culture. He mainly focuses on new addictive products and youth mental health.

Dr. Fatma Bouvet de la Maisonneuve

Psychiatrist and addictologist, writer, Fatma is particularly interested in women’s mental health and addictions. She mainly focuses on alcohol consumption.

Dr. Emeline Chauchard

Assistant professor of psychology at the University of Nantes, Emeline has a research and teaching activity about addiction with or without product. She also specializes in cognitive and behavioral therapies.

Dr. Stefano Palminteri

Cognitive and behavioral neuroscientist, Stefano leads a research team on human reinforcement learning at the Ecole normale supérieure. He’s mainly interested in cognitive biases interfering with decision learning, which is particularly relevant to addiction.

Pr. Lucia Romo

Professor of psychology at the University of Paris Nanterre, Lucia has both a clinical practice and a research activity. She specializes in cognitive and behavioral therapies as well as in addiction management.

As a doctor, I agreed to work with Kwit because this application is based on recognised scientific methods, cognitive-behavioural therapies, which have proved their worth in the field of addictology. Moreover, the advice and tools offered are an important support during this difficult period of smoking cessation. Finally, the playful aspect helps to maintain the cessation by stimulating motivation.

Dr Sibylle Mauriès

Psychiatrist in addictology, sleep specialist

Contributing experts have no interests to declare, especially with the tobacco or pharmaceutical industries.

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The science about Kwit

Kwit, a research-based application

Kwit our stop-smoking application

Validated methods

Raise your chances

An innovative approach

Gamification is your best friend with smoking cessation

Principle

Effects

Impact

Using digital technology to change behaviors

I’m preparing to quit

I’m taking action

Non-smoker for good

Scientifically proven content validated by our science team

Our values

What we recommend

They work with us

Anne-Laure Laratte

Imperial College London

Jean-Del Burdairon

University of Paris Nanterre

Sibylle Mauries

University of Pittsburgh

Erwan Rebuffé

INCA

Santé Respiratoire France

Demain sera Non-Fumeur (DNF)

University of San Francisco (USFCA)

A commitment for research

Kwit, an application that puts the light on research.

User co-creation

Articles and communications referencing or using Kwit

Nikita B Rajani, Luz Bustamante, Dominik Weth, Lucia Romo, Nikolaos Mastellos, Filippos T Filippidis

Bustamante LA, Romo L.

Sanchez S, Kundu A, Limanto E, Selby P, Baskerville NB, Chaiton M

Luz BUSTAMANTE

Bustamante LA, Gill Ménard C, Julien S, Romo L.

Rajani NB, Mastellos N, Filippidis FT.

Rajani NB, Mastellos N, Filippidis FT.

Bustamante LA, Romo L, Reder F.

Chu, KH, Escobar-Viera, CG, Matheny, SJ et al.

Formagini TDB, Ervilha RR, Machado NM, Bottaro de Andrada BAB, Gomide HP, Ronzani TM.

El-Hilly A, Iqbal S, Ahmed M, Sherwani Y, Muntasir M, Siddiqui S, Al-Fagih Z, Usmani O, Eisingerich A

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Luz Adriana, psychologist

Mickael, researcher

Let's co-create tomorrow’s withdrawal!

A Win-Win partnership

Going digital

Working hand in hand

Caring for populations at risk

Our scientific board

Testimonials

Dr Sibylle Mauriès

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