Youth Smoking and Tobacco Use in Thailand
Author Information
Author(s): Sirichotiratana Nithat, Techatraisakdi Chairat, Rahman Khalillur, Warren Charles W, Jones Nathan R, Asma Samira, Lee Juliette
Primary Institution: Health Administration Department, Faculty of Public Health, Mahidol University
Hypothesis
What is the prevalence of smoking and smoking-related behaviors among Thai youth?
Conclusion
The study found that about 10% of Thai students currently smoke, with significant differences between boys and girls.
Supporting Evidence
- 23.8% of students had ever smoked cigarettes.
- 10.1% of students currently smoked cigarettes.
- 36.4% of boys had ever smoked compared to 12.5% of girls.
- 74.1% of current smokers wanted to quit smoking.
- 68.5% of students reported exposure to smoke in public places.
- 39.3% of students had an object with a tobacco brand logo.
Takeaway
In Thailand, many young students smoke cigarettes, and boys are much more likely to smoke than girls.
Methodology
The study used a school-based survey with a two-stage cluster sample design to collect data from students aged 13 to 15 years.
Potential Biases
Data are based on self-reports, which may lead to under- or over-reporting of tobacco use.
Limitations
The sample may not represent all youths in Thailand as it was limited to those attending school.
Participant Demographics
Students aged 13 to 15 years, with a high response rate of 99%.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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