Factors Associated with Adolescent Smoking in Greece
Author Information
Author(s): Rachiotis George, Muula Adamson S, Rudatsikira Emmanuel, Siziya Seter, Kyrlesi Athina, Gourgoulianis Konstantinos, Hadjichristodoulou Christos
Primary Institution: Department of Hygiene and Epidemiology, School of Medicine, University of Thessaly, Greece
Hypothesis
What factors are associated with current cigarette smoking among in-school adolescents in Greece?
Conclusion
Male gender, parental smoking, and having pocket money of 16 Euros or more are linked to higher rates of smoking among Greek students.
Supporting Evidence
- Males were more likely to smoke than females.
- Having both parents who smoke increases the likelihood of smoking.
- Higher amounts of pocket money are associated with increased smoking rates.
Takeaway
Boys are more likely to smoke if their parents smoke and if they have more pocket money.
Methodology
Secondary analysis of data from the Global Youth Tobacco Survey conducted among middle-school students in Greece.
Potential Biases
Potential for reporting bias due to self-completion of questionnaires.
Limitations
Data were self-reported, which may lead to recall bias and inaccuracies.
Participant Demographics
6141 adolescents, 51.5% males and 48.5% females, aged 11-17.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.03
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 1.08–3.08
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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