A Pilot Study Assessing Reactions to Educational Videos on Harm of Waterpipe among Young Adults Susceptible to Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Isaac Lipkus ◽  
Camilla Sanders
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Tobacco Smoking ◽  
Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking ◽  
Educational Videos

scholarly journals Perceptions of Waterpipe Smoking among Young Adults: A Phenomenological Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 134
Author(s):  
Amraj. Dhillon ◽  
Tim Doran ◽  
Vishal. Aggarwal
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Focus Groups ◽  
Tobacco Smoking ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Phenomenological Study ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Waterpipe Smoking ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking

Background: Waterpipe tobacco smoking is becoming increasingly popular in the West among young people. Given the associated health risks of this behaviour, we aimed to investigate why young adults take up waterpipe tobacco smoking and their attitudes to the associated risks. Methods: This was a qualitative study, with a phenomenological perspective. Focus groups and face-to-face semi-structured interviews were conducted among waterpipe smokers aged 20–30 years living in London, UK. Transcripts were analysed using constant comparison and cycling between the data and analysis. Data collection continued until thematic saturation was achieved. Results: Sixteen smokers attended focus groups and face-to-face interviews. Seven main themes emerged encompassing four main dimensions relating to: lack of knowledge, perceived risk, affordability, and social addiction. Waterpipe was perceived to be safer than cigarette smoking due to the pleasant odour, fruity flavours, and belief that water filtered the toxins. The waterpipe had become a “social addiction” enhancing group atmosphere, was cheap and did not have the dangers of violence or hallucinations associated with other addictions like alcohol and drugs. Because of their intermittent smoking patterns and the lack of statutory warnings, none felt they were not at risk of any adverse side effects. Conclusions: Waterpipe smoking is a growing public health problem; the social environment associated with its use is perceived to be a positive outlet by smokers who do not consider it harmful to their health. These perceptions need to be addressed urgently by anti-smoking policies.

Pilot Study of Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking Among US Muslim College Students

2014 ◽  
Vol 54 (5) ◽  
pp. 1543-1554 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cynthia L. Arfken ◽  
Wahiba Abu-Ras ◽  
Sameera Ahmed
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Tobacco Smoking ◽  
Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking

scholarly journals Patterns of Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking Among U.S. Young Adults, 2013−2014

2017 ◽  
Vol 52 (4) ◽  
pp. 507-512 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramzi G. Salloum ◽  
James F. Thrasher ◽  
Kayla R. Getz ◽  
Tracey E. Barnett ◽  
Taghrid Asfar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Tobacco Smoking ◽  
Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking

Knowledge, attitudes and beliefs towards waterpipe tobacco smoking and electronic shisha (e-shisha) among young adults in London: a qualitative analysis

2015 ◽  
Vol 17 (02) ◽  
pp. 166-174 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shrinal Kotecha ◽  
Mohammed Jawad ◽  
Steve Iliffe
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
United Kingdom ◽  
Harm Reduction ◽  
Peer Influence ◽  
Tobacco Smoking ◽  
Electronic Cigarettes ◽  
Educational Interventions ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
The United Kingdom ◽  
Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking

IntroductionWaterpipe tobacco smoking (WTS), known in the United Kingdom as shisha, is popular among adolescents worldwide. Some electronic cigarettes are marketed in the United Kingdom as ‘electronic shisha’ (e-shisha). This study aimed to understand how WTS users view e-shisha and whether it could be used as a harm-reduction or cessation aid.MethodIn-depth face-to-face interviews were conducted with 16 young adults recruited by snowball sampling in London, UK. Recurrent themes were derived iteratively through thematic analysis.ResultsWTS is a socially acceptable activity, carried out at home or in a café. Peer influence and flavour play a key role in its use. Participants were aware of some health risks of WTS, although many accepted this risk and reported a need for more health-related WTS information. Although participants were familiar with e-shisha, there was no evidence of its use as a harm-reduction or cessation product. E-shisha tasted different to flavoured waterpipe tobacco and removed the positive social attributes typically ascribed to WTS. Waterpipe users felt e-shisha may encourage non-users to initiate cigarettes or WTS.ConclusionOpinions of reduced risk in using WTS may be due to the lack of available information, misconceptions and its easy accessibility. E-shisha does not appear to play a role in WTS harm reduction or cessation. On-going research efforts should test educational interventions addressing the adverse health impacts of WTS in this population group.

scholarly journals Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking and Susceptibility to Cigarette Smoking Among Young Adults in the United States, 2012–2013

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramzi G. Salloum ◽  
M. Rifat Haider ◽  
Tracey E. Barnett ◽  
Yi Guo ◽  
Kayla R. Getz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Cigarette Smoking ◽  
Tobacco Smoking ◽  
The United States ◽  
Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking

Health Information on Waterpipe Lounge Menus to Educate Young Adults: Pilot Study Findings

2021 ◽  
pp. 109019812110209
Author(s):  
Azieb W. Kidanu ◽  
Rui Shi ◽  
Raul Cruz-Cano ◽  
Robert H. Feldman ◽  
James Butler ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Health Consequences ◽  
Nicotine Content ◽  
Warning Message ◽  
Waterpipe Tobacco Smoking ◽  
New Strategies

Background For years, tobacco risk communication has largely focused on cigarette smoking. New strategies must be developed to adapt to emerging tobacco products, such as waterpipe tobacco smoking (WTS). Aims The purpose of this pilot study was to determine the preliminary effects of health information on waterpipe lounge menus on the perceptions of harm and risk from WTS and inform future efficacy interventions for health communication (i.e., educating populations on the risks, harms, and health consequences of WTS). Method Participants aged 18 to 24 years ( n = 213) who smoked waterpipe at least monthly were randomized to one of four waterpipe lounge menu groups using a two-by-two experimental design with “warning message” and “nicotine content” as factors. Results Those who viewed waterpipe lounge menus that included a warning message had greater perceived relative harm to health and perceived risk of decreased lung function from WTS. Those who viewed waterpipe lounge menus that included nicotine content had greater perceived risk of heart attack from WTS. Discussion Participants who were exposed to health warnings of WTS and information on the nicotine content of waterpipe tobacco increased on measures of perceived relative harm and risk of health consequences. Conclusion The pilot test results indicate promise for providing health information on waterpipe lounge menus to educate young adults on the harms and risks of WTS.

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