Is electronic cigarette more "healthy" than conventional cigarette? Perceptions, experiences, and social norm constructions among Chinese young adult vapers.

IF 1.1 4区 医学 Q4 SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Liu Liu, Xiaotao Wang
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Abstract

Using social norms as a theoretical perspective, this exploratory study examines Chinese young adult vapers' perceptions, experiences, and the construction of social norms surrounding the health implications of e-cigarette use. Based on semi-structured interviews with 21 participants, the findings reveal that Chinese young adults, influenced by advertisements and personal experiences, have constructed a new social norm portraying e-cigarettes as both "healthier" and increasingly "prevalent." In China's less restricted vaping environment, vapers often consume more nicotine than expected, and many found vaping ineffective for smoking cessation. Participants ultimately viewed e-cigarettes as deceptively marketed as healthier alternatives. The study highlights the need for policy changes and intervention programs to address the public health risks associated with e-cigarettes.

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期刊介绍: The Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse presents rigorous new studies and research on ethnicity and cultural variation in alcohol, tobacco, licit and illicit forms of substance use and abuse. The research is drawn from many disciplines and interdisciplinary areas in the social and behavioral sciences, public health, and helping professions. The Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse is an international forum for identification of emergent and culturally diverse substance use and abuse trends, and the implementation of culturally competent strategies in harm reduction, individual, group, and family treatment of substance abuse. The Journal systematically investigates the beliefs, attitudes, and values of substance abusers, searching for the answers to the origins of drug use and abuse for different ethnic groups. The Journal publishes research papers, review papers, policy commentaries, and conference proceedings. The Journal welcomes submissions from across the globe, and strives to ensure efficient review and publication outcomes.
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