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Parental smoking and low family income were associated with higher rates of cigarette smoking among Brazilian high school students. These findings highlight differences in behavior between developed and developing countries.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Adolescent Health
  • Developing Country Studies

Background:

  • Previous research in industrialized nations linked parental smoking and socioeconomic status to adolescent smoking.
  • Adolescent smoking remains a significant public health concern globally.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between parental smoking habits and family income with cigarette smoking among Brazilian high school students.
  • To explore potential differences in adolescent smoking behavior in a developing country context.

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  • Cross-sectional study design.
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