Leisure Activities, Parental Monitoring, and Smoking in Adolescents
Author Information
Author(s): Guo Hui, Reeder Anthony I, McGee Rob, Darling Helen
Primary Institution: University of Otago
Hypothesis
How do leisure activities and parental monitoring relate to daily smoking among adolescents?
Conclusion
Parental monitoring is a protective factor against daily smoking in adolescents, with significant differences observed based on gender and ethnicity.
Supporting Evidence
- 8.5% of the 3,161 students surveyed were daily smokers.
- Parental monitoring showed a protective effect against smoking, especially for non-Māori adolescents.
- Going to a skate park was identified as a risk factor for smoking among females and Māori.
Takeaway
This study found that when parents keep an eye on what their kids do in their free time, it helps reduce smoking among teenagers.
Methodology
The study used a cross-sectional design with a self-report questionnaire administered to Year 10 students from randomly selected schools.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from self-reported data and the cross-sectional nature of the study.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional design limits the ability to establish causal relationships between the variables.
Participant Demographics
Participants were predominantly Year 10 students aged 14-15 years, with a balanced gender distribution and varying ethnic backgrounds.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Confidence Interval
95% CI
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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