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Published on: August 25, 2018
Young adult attitudes and beliefs regarding the use of vaping: a cross-sectional study
Amjad Heleal Faleh Alsabil1, Shereen Hamadneh2, Marwa Nayef Alhalabi3
1Department of Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Al al-Bayt University, Al Mafraq, Jordan.
Objectives:
To investigate the attitudes and beliefs toward vaping among university students in Northern Jordan, and to explore any gender-based differences in attitudes and beliefs regarding vaping use.
Methods:
A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted, surveying 500 university students in universities in Northern Jordan.
Results:
The study showed widespread e-smoking use, with 62.0 % of participants currently using e-cigarettes. Regarding attitudes, 57.4 % of students expressed negative views toward e-cigarettes, while 42.6 % expressed positive views. 61.8 % expressed doubts about the benefits and safety of e-cigarettes, while 38.2 % expressed strong positive views. Gender-based analysis indicated statistically significant differences.
Conclusions:
There is a need for targeted public health interventions and educational programs to address misconceptions and promote informed decision-making regarding e-cigarette use.
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