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Young Adults: Vulnerable New Targets of Tobacco Marketing

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  • Biener, L.
  • Albers, A.B.

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Objectives. We examined young adult smoking patterns and receptivity to cigarette advertising to assess vulnerability to tobacco marketing strategies. Methods. We obtained data from a telephone survey of 12072 Massachusetts adults. Results. Smokers aged 18 to 30 years were more likely than older adults to smoke only occasionally and to consume fewer than 10 cigarettes per day. They also were more receptive to cigarette marketing and were more likely to be frequent patrons of bars and clubs. Conclusions. Many young adult smokers are in the initiation phase of smoking and are likely to undergo a transition to either nonsmoking or heavier smoking. If unimpeded by regulation, tobacco promotion in bars and clubs is likely to lead to increased adult smoking prevalence.

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  • Biener, L. & Albers, A.B., 2004. "Young Adults: Vulnerable New Targets of Tobacco Marketing," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 94(2), pages 326-330.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:2004:94:2:326-330_1
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