Self-efficacy with application to adolescent smoking cessation: a concept analysis.
Roberta Heale1, Mary T Q Griffin
1School of Nursing, Laurentian University, Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. rheale@laurentian.ca
Journal of Advanced Nursing
|February 27, 2009
Summary
Adolescent smoking cessation self-efficacy is a teen's confidence in their ability to quit smoking. Understanding this concept helps nurses develop targeted interventions for adolescent smoking cessation programs.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Public Health
- Adolescent Psychology
Background:
- Smoking cessation is a critical health promotion strategy for nurses globally.
- Current programs often target adults, overlooking unique adolescent smoking behaviors and needs.
- Understanding adolescent self-efficacy is crucial for effective smoking cessation interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a concept analysis of adolescent smoking cessation self-efficacy.
- To define the concept and identify its attributes, antecedents, and consequences.
Main Methods:
- Searched CINAHL and Proquest Nursing databases (1977-2007).
- Utilized keywords: self-efficacy, adolescents, smoking cessation.
- Applied the Walker and Avant method of concept analysis.
Main Results:
- Adolescent smoking cessation self-efficacy is defined as a teen's confidence and perceived ability to quit smoking.
- Antecedents include developmental stage, support systems, coping strategies, and resources.
- Consequences range from successful cessation to relapse, with empirical measures identified.
Conclusions:
- Adolescent self-efficacy is a key factor in smoking cessation counseling for nurses.
- A theoretical definition aids in designing targeted interventions for adolescent smoking cessation programs.
- Identifying key attributes of self-efficacy is essential for effective nursing care.
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