The behavioral ecology of secondhand smoke exposure: A pathway to complete tobacco control.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This article outlines a theoretical framework for research concerning secondhand smoke exposure (SHSe) prevention as a means to curtail the tobacco industry.

Methods

The Behavioral Ecological Model (BEM) assumes interlocking social contingencies of reinforcement (i.e., rewards or punishments) from the highest level of society (e.g., taxing cigarette sales) to physiological reactions to nicotine that influence smoking and SHSe. We review selected research concerning both policy and clinical efforts to restrict smoking and/or SHSe.

Results

Research to date has focused on smoking cessation with modest to weak effects. The BEM and empirical evidence suggest that cultural contingencies of reinforcement should be emphasized to protect people from SHSe, especial

SUBMITTER: Hovell MF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2782259 | biostudies-literature | 2009 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature