Perceived Barriers to and Recommendations for Cessation among Poly-tobacco-using Young Adults (original) (raw)

Health Behavior and Policy Review, 2021

Abstract

Objective: Young adult tobacco users are at an increased risk for using non-cigarette tobacco products and have high poly-use rates. We interviewed poly-tobacco-using young adults from an urban community to explore characteristics associated with their poly-tobacco use, perceived barriers to tobacco cessation, and recommendations for and interest in cessation programs. Methods: We conducted 17 focus group discussions with 97 poly-tobacco-using young adults. Interviews were analyzed using framework analysis and quantitative surveys were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results: All participants reported a history of tobacco product poly-use, and 85% reported poly-use in the past 30 days. Study results indicate that this population faces multiple barriers to cessation (eg, influence of social network, easy access, anxiety management, belief in self-control, boredom), but that there is interest in utilizing mobile-based interventions and social media for cessation attempts, ultim...

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