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The relationship between smoking and self-esteem

T J Abernathy1, L Massad, L Romano-Dwyer

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Adolescence
|January 1, 1995
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Adolescent self-esteem may influence smoking behavior, particularly in younger females. This study highlights potential gender and age differences in adolescent smoking determinants.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Adolescent Health
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Tobacco use is a leading cause of preventable death.
  • Focus is shifting towards preventing adolescent smoking.
  • Research on adolescent self-esteem and smoking shows mixed results.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the relationship between self-esteem and smoking in adolescents.
  • To identify potential gender and grade-level differences in this relationship.

Main Methods:

  • Surveyed a large cohort of 3,567 adolescents.
  • Data collected from 6th to 10th grade.
  • Analyzed the association between self-esteem levels and smoking behavior.

Main Results:

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  • Self-esteem was linked to smoking in female adolescents in grades 6-8.
  • No significant association found between self-esteem and smoking in males across all grades.
  • Findings suggest gender-specific factors influence adolescent smoking initiation and maintenance.

Conclusions:

  • Self-esteem may be a relevant factor for smoking prevention in younger females.
  • Adolescent smoking behavior determinants may differ by gender.
  • Further research is needed to understand gender-specific motivations for smoking.