A Survey of General Knowledge, Attitude and Beliefs Related to Cigarette Smoking by Ubon Ratchathani University Students
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Introduction: The study aimed to assess knowledge, attitudes and belief related to cigarette smoking by Ubon Ratchathani University students to make feasible strategies for a further quit smoking program. Materials and Method: The target group was Ubon Ratchathani University students divided into 3 different groups: health science, science and technology, social science. It was a cross-sectional, descriptive study. A questionnaire survey was implemented to measure knowledge, attitude and beliefs related to cigarette smoking. A descriptive analysis and rating scales were used for data analyses. Results: There were 120 volunteers enrolled into study and each group had 40 volunteers. It was shows that all three different groups had an average mean level of knowledge as understandably good. Regarding smoking behavior, they mostly were non-smokers (96 persons), only 23.3 % (28 persons) of those are still current smokers. Nevertheless, mean scores of both attitudes toward smoking and factors related to quitting smoking were “good” levels. Within current and former smokers (28 persons), only 16 can quit cigarette smoking due to health issues (Mean score= 3), as well as, the effect on closed contact persons (Mean score = 2.89±0.46). Noticeably, friends, family members, and healthcare workers are the important factors to help quit smoking successfully. Conclusion: All study data imply further quit smoking campaigns via proper knowledge, attitude, and beliefs.
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