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    Sociodemographic characteristics and vaping motives as potential correlates of early vaping initiation

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    2024-01-01
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    Al-Naimi, Aisha
    Al-Obaidli, Fatma
    Al-Rashdi, Reem
    Chokor, Fatima Al Zahraa
    Al-Hamdani, Mohammed
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    Background: Vaping’s popularity has particularly increased among young people, with its prevalence varying across different regions, including the Middle East. The health impacts of vaping, especially when initiated early, are a growing concern. Aims: This study aimed to investigate the correlates of early vaping initiation (EVI) and explored the sociodemographic characteristics and vaping motives influencing EVI among vapers from Arab countries. Methods: An online cross-sectional survey recruited 428regular vapers, aged 18–60 who resided in Arab countries at the time of the study. Sociodemographic and vaping motives data were collected. Stepwise logistic regression was used to examine the factors associated with EVI. Results: The study findings revealed that older participants and expats have lower odds of EVI. Males and vapers from Qatar had around 4–5 times the odds of EVI as compared to females and those from Egypt, respectively. Conclusion: Targeted social marketing and education campaigns may benefit groups at risk of EVI, including residents of Qatar, males, and those who are strongly influenced by social media or who have friends or family members who vape. Reducing EVI is particularly important, as vaping often begins at an early age, and early intervention is vital to prevent early initiation and subsequent addiction.
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    http://dx.doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2024.1484252
    http://hdl.handle.net/10576/63090
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