A model to explain smokeless tobacco consumption in adults: A grounded theory study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Smokeless tobacco use remains a significant public health concern, necessitating the acquisition of comprehensive and extensive data to effectively address and control its consumption. Understanding the underlying patterns of consumption is crucial for this purpose.

Objective

This study aimed to develop a model that explains smokeless tobacco consumption among adults in the southeastern province of Iran, specifically in the city of Chabahar.

Methods

A qualitative study was conducted using a grounded theory approach with inductive processes. The participants consisted of 30 adults aged 18-64 years from Chabahar City in southeastern Iran. Purposive sampling was used to select participants, and data collection continued until theoretical saturation was achie

SUBMITTER: Fattahi E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10589854 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature