Smoking history, nicotine dependence, and changes in craving and mood during short-term smoking abstinence in alcohol dependent vs. control smokers

► Compared to control smokers, alcohol dependent smokers. ► Had a higher prevalence of nicotine dependence. ► Reported a history of more severe withdrawal. ► Were more likely to endorse depressed mood as part of nicotine withdrawal. ► Reported more craving to smoke for negative affect relief.