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  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Public Health
  • Sociology

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  • Smoking during pregnancy and low social support are independent risk factors for adverse birth outcomes.
  • The impact of social support on smoking behaviors during pregnancy requires further investigation.
  • This study explores the relationship between different types of social support and smoking in pregnant women.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the association between specific domains of social support (tangible, appraisal, belonging) and smoking during pregnancy.
  • To investigate potential racial differences in the influence of social support on smoking behaviors during pregnancy.

Main Methods:

  • A survey of 227 pregnant women in their first trimester was conducted using self-administered questionnaires.
  • The Interpersonal Support Evaluation List (ISEL) was used to measure social support.
  • Multiple logistic regression analyses were performed to calculate Odds Ratios (OR) and 95% confidence intervals.

Main Results:

  • A 6% increase in the odds of smoking during pregnancy was associated with each unit increase in total social support.
  • A significant interaction between race and social support was found.
  • Tangible and appraisal support were linked to smoking in African American women, while belonging support was linked in Caucasian women.

Conclusions:

  • Racial disparities may influence how social support affects smoking during pregnancy.
  • Further research is needed to understand these racial differences and inform intervention strategies.
  • Smoking cessation interventions should consider racial differences in social support when targeting pregnant women.