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Personality profiles associated with smokeless tobacco use patterns.
E W Edmundson1, E D Glover, D Holbert
1School of Allied Health Sciences, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858.
Addictive Behaviors
|January 1, 1988
Summary
This study explored personality differences in male smokeless tobacco users. Snuff dippers were more outgoing and imaginative, while chewers were more practical and independent.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Smokeless tobacco use is prevalent among certain demographics.
- Understanding the personality traits associated with smokeless tobacco use is crucial for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate personality characteristics of male smokeless tobacco users.
- To identify differences between smokeless tobacco dippers, chewers, and nonusers.
- To compare personality traits among exclusive dippers, exclusive chewers, dual users, and nonusers.
Main Methods:
- A survey was conducted with 289 males at a southeastern university.
- Participants completed a demographic data sheet and Cattell's Sixteen Personality Factor Questionnaire (16 PF).
- Smokeless tobacco users were categorized into dippers, chewers, or both.
Main Results:
- Smokeless tobacco use in this sample was predominantly a White male habit.
- Significant personality differences were found between snuff dippers and tobacco chewers (p < 0.05).
- Snuff dippers exhibited higher scores in social outgoingness, enthusiasm, imagination, and group dependence.
- Chewers were characterized as more uncompromising, critical, practical, and independent.
Conclusions:
- Distinct personality profiles exist for smokeless tobacco dippers and chewers.
- These findings can inform tailored prevention and cessation strategies for smokeless tobacco users.
- Further research is warranted to explore these associations in diverse populations.