Correlates of motivation to quit waterpipe tobacco smoking among US young adults: implications for cessation interventions.

ABSTRACT: Waterpipe tobacco smoking is a public health concern that poses many of the same health risks as cigarette smoking, especially among young adults-a subpopulation characterized by the highest prevalence of waterpipe tobacco smoking. Nevertheless, it remains understudied relative to other forms of tobacco use. We examined sociodemographic, behavioral and cognitive factors associated with young adults' motivation to quit waterpipe smoking using a theory-informed approach. We completed a secondary analysis of baseline data on waterpipe tobacco smoking beliefs and behavior collected from 349 US young adults aged 18-30 years. We analyzed sociodemographics, tobacco use and cessation behaviors and perceptions, and theory-related constructs associated with motivation to quit waterpipe tobacco smoki

SUBMITTER: Alalwan MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10558042 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature