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Factors Associated with E-Cigarette Use Among University Students in Jordan: A Cross-Sectional Study
Khadejah F Mahmoud1, Iman F Mahmoud2, Hamza Alduraidi3
1Department of Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Applied Science Private University, Amman, Jordan.
Substance Use & Misuse
|March 4, 2026
Summary
E-cigarette use is high among Jordanian university students. Male students, non-health majors, and those with high stress are more likely to use e-cigarettes, highlighting the need for targeted interventions.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- E-cigarette use is a growing concern, particularly among young adults.
- Jordan exhibits high regional rates of e-cigarette prevalence, especially in the university student demographic.
- Understanding the drivers of e-cigarette use in this population is crucial for public health initiatives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of e-cigarette use among university students in Jordan.
- To identify sociodemographic and psychological factors associated with e-cigarette use in this population.
Main Methods:
- An online survey was administered to a convenience sample of 830 university students in Jordan.
- Data collected included sociodemographic information, perceived stress, depression levels, and coping styles.
- Statistical analyses were performed to identify factors associated with e-cigarette use.
Main Results:
- Male gender, non-health major specialization, and high perceived stress were significantly associated with e-cigarette use.
- Prevalence rates and specific contributing factors were identified within the studied student population.
Conclusions:
- Factors such as gender, academic major, and perceived stress are key indicators of e-cigarette use among Jordanian university students.
- These findings are vital for designing effective, targeted interventions to curb e-cigarette consumption in young adults.
- Public health strategies should consider these identified risk factors to reduce e-cigarette use in vulnerable student populations.
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