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School smoking interventions show a significant long-term effect in preventing youth from starting smoking, particularly those combining social competence and social influences. However, no overall effect was found within the first year.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Adolescent Health
  • Tobacco Control

Background:

  • Preventing youth smoking is a key public health objective.
  • School-based interventions have been utilized for nearly four decades to reach young people.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of school smoking interventions in preventing youth initiation.
  • To identify which intervention components, such as theoretical approaches, booster sessions, and deliverers, are most effective.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was conducted.
  • Studies included participants aged 5-18, with interventions delivered in school settings.
  • Data were analyzed across three groups: Pure Prevention cohorts, Change in Smoking Behaviour, and Point Prevalence of Smoking.

Main Results:

  • 134 studies involving over 428,000 participants were included.
  • Combined social competence and social influences curricula demonstrated significant long-term smoking prevention effects.
  • Information-only and social influences-only programs showed no significant overall effect.

Conclusions:

  • School-based interventions, particularly those integrating social competence and social influences, can significantly reduce smoking initiation in the long term.
  • Effectiveness varies by intervention type, with combined approaches showing promise.
  • Further research may explore optimal delivery methods and booster session impacts.