Predictors of smoking among US college students

K.M. Emmons, H. Wechsler, G. Dowdall and M. Abraham

American Journal of Public Health, 1998, vol. 88, issue 1, 104-107

Abstract: Objectives. This study explored predictors of smoking among a large, representative national sample of students enrolled in American 4-year colleges. Methods. A sample of undergraduate students, randomly selected from 140 colleges, was sent a detailed questionnaire that included questions about smoking status. Results. The 30-day smoking prevalence was 22.3%; 25% of the participants were former smokers. Multivariate analyses suggested that, among college students, men are less likely to smoke than women. In addition, high- risk behaviors (e.g., marijuana use) and lifestyle choices (e.g., nonparticipation in athletics) increased the likelihood of being a smoker. Conclusions. This study's findings have important implications for health education and promotion among college populations.

Date: 1998
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