Diverging Patterns of Educational Disparities Among Cannabis Users and Cigarette Smokers.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Previous research has shown an inverse relationship between cigarette smoking and educational attainment. However, there is relatively scarce research on the relationship between cannabis use and education level. This article examines whether the inverse relationship between cigarette smoking and educational attainment applies to cannabis use.

Methods

The 2023 California Health Interview Survey, a representative population-based survey of California adults that assesses health behaviors, was analyzed to examine current cigarette smoking and cannabis use prevalence. Logistic regression was used to examine the association between cigarette smoking/cannabis use and educational attainment among adults aged >26 years (N=20,557), adjusting for age, sex, and race/ethni

SUBMITTER: Zhu Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12718142 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature