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Maureen Dobbins1, Kara DeCorby, Steve Manske

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Health Behavior
  • Intervention Science

Background:

  • Extensive research on tobacco use prevention interventions exists since the 1970s.
  • Previous systematic reviews (1985-2006) synthesized findings on tobacco control.
  • Practitioner experience complements existing research evidence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically evaluate the effectiveness of school-based tobacco use prevention interventions.
  • To synthesize research and practitioner experience for evidence-based recommendations.
  • To inform ongoing tobacco control and prevention efforts.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature synthesis of school-based tobacco prevention interventions.
  • Inclusion of systematic reviews from peer-reviewed English journals.
  • Integration of research evidence with practitioner interviews and focus groups.

Main Results:

  • Strong consensus indicates effectiveness in reducing smoking prevalence and initiation.
  • Interventions show positive short-term effects on smoking intentions.
  • Evidence supports continued implementation of these programs.

Conclusions:

  • School-based tobacco prevention programs are largely effective for most tobacco-related outcomes.
  • Short-term effectiveness is well-supported by robust evidence.
  • Ongoing implementation is recommended based on accumulated evidence.