Prevalence and associated factors of cigarette smoking and substance use among university entrance test-taking students: A GIS-based study.

ABSTRACT: Numerous studies have examined substance use and smoking behavior among adolescents and university students. However, little is known about these behaviors among students undergoing university entrance tests, a critical transition period from adolescence to adulthood. The entrance test can significantly affect students' mental health, potentially leading to substance use. This study aims to investigate the prevalence of cigarette smoking and substance use among students taking these exams and the associated factors. A cross-sectional survey was carried out on September 4th and 11th, 2022 to collect data from 1,480 university entrance test-taking students using a convenience sampling technique. Chi-square tests and logistic regression were conducted using SPSS software. Besides, GIS mapping

SUBMITTER: Mamun MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11341027 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature