Co-designing a Vaping Cessation Program for Australian Young Adults: A Conceptual Model.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Australian young adults (YA) report difficulties in quitting vaping. This study sought to understand what a vaping cessation program should look like from the perspective of current and former vapers, and professionals/experts involved in this health space, to inform the development of a conceptual model.

Aims and methods

Data collection was informed by Social Cognitive Theory (SCT) using co-design methodology to explore vaping cessation. Interactive workshops and semi-structured interviews were held online between March 2023 and January 2024, with data from participants' narratives and written materials thematically analyzed.

Results

YAs (18-24 years) identifying as current or former vapers (n = 15) and health professionals/experts'(n = 13) insights info

SUBMITTER: Rahman N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11847777 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature