Allen Carr Stop Smoking Does It Work? (10 step method)

The video starts by addressing the common question of whether Allen Carr's "The Easy Way to Stop Smoking" book is an effective tool for quitting. It promises to analyze both what the book says and what actual science suggests, making a commitment to stick to scientific evidence to allow viewers to form their own conclusions.

The video delves into page 234 of Allen Carr's book, revealing a 10-item checklist titled "Follow these simple instructions and you cannot fail." The speaker reads each of the 10 instructions, which largely focus on mental approaches like making a solemn vow not to smoke, understanding there's nothing to give up, and not avoiding smokers. The speaker expresses a sense of being underwhelmed and notes that some points seem obvious, questioning if these alone would lead someone to quit.

The video asserts that the book itself will not lead most people to quit smoking, stating that only a statistically insignificant percentage succeed by just reading it. A surprising revelation is made: Allen Carr himself did not quit smoking using these 10 items but instead used hypnotherapy. The video claims the book serves primarily as brochureware to funnel individuals into Allen Carr's seminar program.

The video then examines the actual Allen Carr program, highlighting its tiered structure and costs, which can reach up to $2500 for a one-on-one program. It focuses on the scientific claims made on the Allen Carr website, noting that the organization cites varying effectiveness rates (90% and 50%). The video scrutinizes the presented scientific data to uncover the true quit rates.

By closely analyzing the data tables cited on the Allen Carr website, the video reveals that while the program might boast a 90% effectiveness rate immediately after the program, this rate significantly drops over time. At one month, it's 50%, and by 12 months, the quit rate is 21.9% based on a study of 150 smokers. This puts its effectiveness on par with drugs like Chantix and Zyban, but below other methods like hypnotherapy.

The video metaphorically concludes that using Allen Carr's book or even the full program is akin to using a screwdriver – difficult, hard, and with a low likelihood of success, especially compared to more effective methods like hypnotherapy (the 'power drill'). The speaker offers a free phone consultation to those looking for a 'power drill' method to quit smoking.