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Tobacco control programmes for universities: a feasibility study

M L Willcox1

  • 1Keble College, Oxford.

Journal of Public Health Medicine
|March 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

University students, especially younger, lighter smokers, have higher success rates for smoking cessation. Targeted interventions and accessible resources are crucial for effective university smoking cessation programs.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Addiction Research
  • Health Promotion

Background:

  • University students represent a demographic with a higher likelihood of successful smoking cessation.
  • Younger and lighter smokers demonstrate greater efficacy in quitting attempts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate smoking prevalence and cessation desires among university students.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of current smoking cessation interventions and support systems within UK universities.
  • To identify optimal strategies for motivating and supporting student smoking cessation.

Main Methods:

  • A multi-university survey (n=4141) assessed smoking prevalence and cessation interest.
  • Questionnaires were administered to smokers regarding their desire to quit and preferred support.
  • Interviews with students (n=101) and university welfare officers explored cessation advertising impact and institutional support.

Main Results:

  • Smoking prevalence and cessation desire varied significantly by university, academic subject, and individual characteristics.
  • While some television advertisements were recognized, their motivational impact was uncertain.
  • Most students desiring to quit faced difficulties and rarely sought help proactively; direct marketing of cessation books, particularly innovative ones, showed promise.
  • Student unions offered limited effective support, though most expressed willingness to enhance cessation services.

Conclusions:

  • Universities require tailored smoking cessation programs to address student needs.
  • Further research is essential to develop effective motivational strategies for students unwilling to quit.
  • Directly marketing cessation books appears to be an effective method for engaging students who wish to stop smoking.
  • Student unions have substantial potential to improve the availability and quality of smoking cessation aids.

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