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Sleep, snoring and smoking in high school students
Delasnerie-Laupretre1, Patois, Valatx
1INSERM U360, Recherches Epidémiologiques en Neurologie et Psychopathologie, Villejuif, France.
Journal of Sleep Research
|September 1, 1993
Summary
Smoking significantly increases the risk of snoring in adolescents. This study found a dose-effect relationship, where higher tobacco consumption correlated with a greater likelihood of habitual snoring in both young men and women.
Area of Science:
- Sleep Medicine
- Adolescent Health
- Public Health
Background:
- Snoring is a common issue in adolescents.
- The impact of lifestyle factors like smoking on sleep quality is not fully understood.
- Investigating the link between snoring, sleep patterns, and smoking in young populations is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the association between snoring, sleep habits, and smoking in a large cohort of French high school students.
- To determine if smoking is a risk factor for snoring and if there is a dose-response relationship.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 11,417 boys and 13,265 girls aged 15-20 years.
- Self-administered questionnaires collected data on sleep habits, snoring prevalence, and smoking status.
- Statistical analysis, including multiple logistic regression, was used to assess relationships.
Main Results:
- Snoring prevalence was 28.4% in girls and 38.8% in boys.
- Snoring was associated with shorter (<7h) and longer (>10h) sleep duration, nocturnal awakenings, and daytime sleepiness in both sexes.
- Smoking was identified as a significant risk factor for snoring, with a clear dose-effect relationship observed.
Conclusions:
- Tobacco consumption is a notable risk factor for habitual snoring among adolescents.
- A substantial proportion of snoring cases in young students can be attributed to smoking.
- Findings highlight the importance of addressing smoking cessation in adolescent sleep health initiatives.