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{"title":"Perceptions and usage of traditional cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, and waterpipes among young and middle-aged adults in Iraq: A descriptive study.","authors":"Dastan Tareq Faeq, Darya Rostam Ahmed, Izaddin Ahmad Aziz, Murat Yıldırım","doi":"10.1080/15332640.2024.2366982","DOIUrl":"10.1080/15332640.2024.2366982","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Tobacco use poses significant public health concerns, linked to various mental and physical health outcomes. Iraq has a high prevalence of smoking, predominantly with traditional cigarettes, but there is also growing popularity of electronic cigarettes and waterpipes among younger and middle-aged adults. This study aims to explore the perceptions and usage of traditional cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, and waterpipes among this population in Iraq. A descriptive study was conducted among 402 young and middle-aged adults (50.25% females), aged between 18 and 45 years, with a mean age of 25.88 (<i>SD =</i> 7.27). For the data collection, an online questionnaire was developed utilizing distribution channels on common social networking platforms. The results showed that 41.79% of respondents have used traditional cigarettes, while 31.1% of participants reported that they use electronic cigarettes. Ninety-four per cent of respondents acknowledged that they use waterpipes. The results also indicated that a significant proportion believe that using electronic cigarettes is either much more harmful or more harmful than traditional cigarettes. Participants commonly perceived all three types of tobacco products as highly harmful, including secondhand smoke, addictive qualities, and popularity among peers. Additionally, significant differences in perceptions emerged between smokers and nonsmokers regarding electronic cigarettes and traditional cigarettes, although no such differences were observed for waterpipes. These findings contribute to understanding the attitudes toward different forms of tobacco use among respondents, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to address the perceived harm associated with tobacco products.</p>","PeriodicalId":15812,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse","volume":" ","pages":"478-489"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141468463","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Psychological flexibility, self-compassion, subjective well-being, and substance misuse in college students: a serial mediation model.","authors":"Gökmen Arslan, Kıvanç Uzun, Ahmet Zeki Güven, Orhan Gürsu","doi":"10.1080/15332640.2024.2366981","DOIUrl":"10.1080/15332640.2024.2366981","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Substance misuse is a pressing public health concern, especially among emerging adults, with implications for psychological health and overall well-being. This cross-sectional study investigates the mediating roles of self-compassion and subjective well-being in the relationship between psychological flexibility and substance misuse among Turkish college students. The study included 445 emerging adults enrolled at a state university in Türkiye. University participants were recruited via convenience sampling using snowball methods. Data were collected using self-report scales. The sample was 69% female (<i>n</i> = 307) and 31% male (<i>n</i> = 138) and ranged in age from 18 to 26 years (<i>M</i> = 20.85, <i>SD</i> = 1.35). In the study, Pearson product-moment correlation analysis was conducted to examine the relationships between the variables and then the serial mediation model was tested. The findings have revealed that psychological flexibility significantly predicts substance misuse, subjective well-being, and self-compassion. Additionally, the study identifies self-compassion as a mediator in the relationship between psychological flexibility and subjective well-being. While self-compassion contributes significantly to well-being, it does not explain the impact of psychological flexibility on substance misuse. Furthermore, subjective well-being also appears to be a mediator in the relationship between psychological flexibility and substance misuse, emphasizing its potential significance in reducing the likelihood of resorting substance misuse. Overall, the study contributes to understanding the pivotal role of self-compassion and psychological flexibility in fostering well-being and preventing substance misuse in the college setting.</p>","PeriodicalId":15812,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse","volume":" ","pages":"456-477"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141457386","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Critical role of digitalization within the drug intervention ecosystem among technical, vocational education and training (TVET) students: A systematic review.","authors":"Siti Marhamah Kamarul Arifain, Nurhanim Saadah Abdullah, Siti Noor Fauziah Abd Rahim, Mohd Noorasri Ismail, Nurul Hidayah Liew Abdullah, Norkhairolizah Hamzah, Norismaliza Ismail","doi":"10.1080/15332640.2026.2642086","DOIUrl":"10.1080/15332640.2026.2642086","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Substance use and addictive behaviors are a major public health concern, with prevalence peaking among emerging adults, including those in and vocational education training (TVET) students. Traditional interventions face significant challenges, such as low perceived need for treatment, concerns about stigma, and limited resources for face-to-face delivery to large student populations. Digitalization offers a highly scalable and discreet alternative to overcome these barriers. This systematic review synthesizes evidence regarding the effectiveness and design of Technology-Based Interventions (TBIs) targeting substance use among TVET students. Overall, TBIs demonstrate effectiveness in reducing substance use and related consequences in emerging adults/college students. Digital programs developed for vocational students, such as \"Meine Zeit ohne,\" have shown small but significant effects in reducing overall adverse health behaviors and problematic Internet use. The critical role of digitalization is realized through the systematic integration of behavioral science frameworks, such as the Behavior Change Wheel (BCW) and User-Centered Design (UCD), to deliver targeted interventions such as Personalized Normative Feedback (PNF) and training in mindful decision making. Despite the promise, challenges persist, notably high attrition and the need for more robust effectiveness data on illicit drugs and newer digital technologies (e.g., social media, AI).</p>","PeriodicalId":15812,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse","volume":" ","pages":"281-301"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147529822","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Alcohol and cannabis use and co-use among Whites and Hispanics on and off the U.S./Mexico border in California.","authors":"Raul Caetano, Patrice A C Vaeth, Paul J Gruenewald, William R Ponicki, Zoe Kaplan","doi":"10.1080/15332640.2024.2354320","DOIUrl":"10.1080/15332640.2024.2354320","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This paper examines self-reported rates of drinking and cannabis use and co-use among White and Hispanic adults randomly selected in four counties in California: Imperial on the border; and Kern, Tulare, and Madera in California's Central Valley. Co-use was significantly higher among the U.S. born than among those born abroad, and in the Central Valley than on the border. Co-users were heavier drinkers, had higher rates of alcohol use disorder, other alcohol problems, and a positive history of illicit drug use than drinkers only.</p>","PeriodicalId":15812,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse","volume":" ","pages":"407-423"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11586460/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141097126","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The effectiveness of mindfulness-based therapy on enhancing adjustment and reducing impulsivity among Iranian couples.","authors":"Mehrangiz Shoaa Kazemi, Laleh Tafaghod, Fayez Mahamid, Dana Bdier","doi":"10.1080/15332640.2024.2408747","DOIUrl":"10.1080/15332640.2024.2408747","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of a mindfulness-based training program in improving marital adjustment and reducing impulsivity among Iranian couples. The study used a quasi-experimental design with two groups: experimental and control. The sample of the current study consisted of 16 married couples from the city of Tehran, totaling 32 participants. The participants were randomly assigned to two groups, experimental and control, with each group consisting of 8 couples. The results indicated the effectiveness of the mindfulness program in enhancing marital adjustment, with the posttest mean rising to (2.86), and the average impulsivity score decreased to 2.59, indicating a significant reduction in impulsivity among Iranian couples. Mindfulness-based therapy directly affects participants' ability to regulate immediate emotions. This increased awareness significantly helps in managing harmful mental behaviors such as impulsivity, substance abuse, and poor adaptability. Future research should investigate the broader effects of mindfulness on mental and behavioral outcomes, with a focus on addressing impulsivity in young couples. Additionally, incorporating mindfulness-based therapy for couples both before and during marriage could enhance interpersonal relationships and overall quality of life.</p>","PeriodicalId":15812,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse","volume":" ","pages":"719-729"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142400481","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Psychometric evaluation of the Psychache Scale: A multigroup comparison between white and hispanic undergraduate student drinkers.","authors":"Comfort M Boye, Nephtaly J B Botor, Antover P Tuliao, Jon R Webb","doi":"10.1080/15332640.2024.2366965","DOIUrl":"10.1080/15332640.2024.2366965","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>With psychache being an integral aspect of suicidal and addictive behavior, there is a need for efficient assessment, including generalizability across various racial and ethnic identities. Multigroup Confirmatory Factor Analysis of the Psychache Scale was conducted in the context of 1537 undergraduate college student drinkers (White = 1,171, Hispanic = 366). The alternative bifactor model was a better solution compared to other competing models suggesting that the Psychache Scale is sufficiently unidimensional. There was sufficient support for measurement invariance, which implies that the scale is measuring the same construct across groups. The Hispanic group had a significantly higher latent mean overall psychache score compared to their counterparts. The association of psychache with various adjustment outcomes was also similar across groups. The measure demonstrated robust properties to capture psychological pain. Additional studies need to be done to examine factors influencing psychache, especially among the Hispanic population.</p>","PeriodicalId":15812,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse","volume":" ","pages":"302-326"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141558911","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Physical health among Hispanic adults: A test of nicotine use type.","authors":"Michael J Zvolensky, Bryce K Clausen, Brooke Y Redmond, Justin M Shepherd, Lorra Garey, Andrea Rodriguez, Lindsay M Bevers, Jessica M Thai, Andres G Viana","doi":"10.1080/15332640.2026.2646535","DOIUrl":"10.1080/15332640.2026.2646535","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The Hispanic population in the United States (US) is an established tobacco and physical health disparities population. However, there has been limited study of this group in terms of type of nicotine product use and health status. The current investigation builds from limited past work to explore differences in physical health status, somatic symptom severity, and medical conditions between Hispanic adults who exclusively use combustible cigarettes or dual combustible cigarette and electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) users. Participants were 297 Hispanic individuals recruited nationally across the US who smoked combustible cigarettes daily (36.4% female, <i>M_age =</i> 35.9 years, <i>SD</i> = 8.87). Three analysis of covariance models were conducted to evaluate differences in physical health status, somatic symptom severity, and total number of medical conditions between individuals who engaged in exclusive combustible cigarette use (<i>N</i> = 205) and individuals who engaged in dual use (e.g., combustible and e-cigarette; <i>N</i> = 92). Results indicated that dual use was associated with poorer physical health status, greater levels of somatic symptoms, and a higher number of total medical conditions compared to exclusive combustible cigarette use. These findings may suggest that dual nicotine product use among the Hispanic population may reflect a health disparity population in terms of physical health and could likely benefit from specialized or more intensive care.</p>","PeriodicalId":15812,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse","volume":" ","pages":"1-20"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-03-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147494234","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Intersecting marginalized identities, multiple discrimination, depressive symptoms, and cannabis use among U.S. young adults, 2021-2024.","authors":"Yuk C Pang, Yvonne M Terry-McElrath, Megan E Patrick","doi":"10.1080/15332640.2026.2630725","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15332640.2026.2630725","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study examined intersecting marginalized identities (based on race/ethnicity, gender, and sexual orientation), type-specific and multiple perceived discrimination (PD) prevalence, and associations with depressive symptoms and cannabis use among young adults. Data were from 3,888 U.S. respondents aged 19-30 in the Monitoring the Future (MTF) Panel study collected in 2021-2024. We estimated 12-month type-specific PD (gender, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation) prevalence, and multiple discrimination (2+ PD types) prevalence. We estimated associations between intersecting marginalized identities (2+ marginalized identities), multiple discrimination, depressive symptoms, and 30-day cannabis use, controlling for education and employment status, age, and year. In descending order, 44.5% of young adults reported perceived gender discrimination; 37.0% racial/ethnic discrimination; and 19.6% sexual orientation discrimination; 32.9% reported multiple discrimination. Overall, 40.2% respondents reported a single marginalized identity; 35.6% reported intersecting marginalized identities. Those with intersecting marginalized identities were more likely to report multiple discrimination. Intersecting marginalized identities and multiple discrimination were associated with higher depressive symptoms; multiple discrimination (but not intersecting marginalized identities) was associated with higher odds of 30-day cannabis use before and after controlling for depressive symptoms. Multiple discrimination and 30-day cannabis use associations were stronger among those identifying as non-Hispanic Black and non-Hispanic Asian American or Pacific Islander versus non-Hispanic White. Young adults with intersecting marginalized identities were more likely to report multiple discrimination, which was a risk factor for depressive symptoms and cannabis use. Understanding how multiple discrimination relates to depressive symptoms and cannabis use behaviors may strengthen prevention and intervention efforts.</p>","PeriodicalId":15812,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse","volume":" ","pages":"1-26"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2026-03-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147365505","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Prosocial behavior, stress, and problematic internet use: Pathways to substance misuse in college students.","authors":"Cemre Ecem Karataş, Gökmen Arslan","doi":"10.1080/15332640.2026.2635524","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15332640.2026.2635524","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The current cross-sectional study examined whether perceived stress, problematic internet use, and prosocial behavior predict substance misuse in Turkish young adults, while taking the sociodemographic variables into account. The study sample consisted of 451 undergraduate students from a public university in Türkiye. Among the sample, 58.8% (<i>n</i> = 265) were females and 41.2% (<i>n</i> = 186) were males, with their ages grouped from 18-40 years (<i>M</i> = 21.20, SD = 2.35). Hierarchical regression analysis was employed to investigate the association of perceived stress, problematic internet use, and prosocial behavior with substance misuse, while controlling for sociodemographic variables (e.g., age, gender, and socioeconomic status). The findings first showed that perceived stress was modestly and positively associated with substance misuse, indicating that young adults with higher stress levels were more likely to misuse substances. Additionally, problematic internet use had a stronger association with substance misuse than stress and other variables. Lastly, prosocial behavior significantly accounted for additional variance in substance misuse, even after controlling for stress, internet use, and demographic variables. Overall, the results of the study suggest that people experiencing high stress and excessive internet use are more likely to use maladaptive coping strategies, including substance misuse. Also, the findings underscore the importance of psychosocial processes, such as prosocial behavior, in reducing the risk of substance misuse. Hence, prevention and intervention programs that target improving adaptive coping strategies, reducing problematic internet use, and promoting prosocial behavior are essential in decreasing the risk of substance misuse in college settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":15812,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse","volume":" ","pages":"1-18"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2026-03-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147355388","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Predicting marital infidelity based on incompatible mental schemas and emotional divorce in women referring to counseling centers in Iran.","authors":"Mehrangiz Shoaa Kazemi, Bilal Hamamra, Samira Hosseini, Dana Bdier, Fayez Mahamid","doi":"10.1080/15332640.2026.2631710","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15332640.2026.2631710","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study investigated the extent to which schema modes and emotional divorce predict marital infidelity among women seeking services at counseling centers in Urmia, Iran. Using a descriptive-correlational design, the target population included all women referred between 2023 and 2025. To minimize issues of missing or invalid responses, 231 women with reported communication difficulties and elevated risk of infidelity were recruited through voluntary sampling. Data were gathered using scales measuring attitudes toward infidelity, schema modes, and emotional divorce. Pearson correlations and stepwise multiple regression were applied for analysis. Findings indicated that the predictors collectively accounted for 33% of the variance in infidelity (R² = .33, <i>p < .001</i>). Specifically, reduced Healthy Adult functioning (15%) and elevated High-Demanding Parent (11%), Punitive Parent (3%), Impulsive Child (2%), and Emotional Divorce (2%) each contributed uniquely to prediction, with the overall model reaching statistical significance (<i>p < .001</i>). Viewed from an addiction framework, these outcomes suggest that persistent maladaptive schemas and emotional withdrawal foster dysregulated coping and reward-seeking behaviors, heightening susceptibility to extramarital involvement as well as substance-use comorbidity. Preventive and clinical interventions should therefore focus on enhancing healthy adult capacities, mitigating maladaptive parent and child modes, promoting healthy emotional expression, and incorporating routine substance-use screening in couples' therapy.</p>","PeriodicalId":15812,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse","volume":" ","pages":"1-17"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2026-02-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146227271","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}