The Utilization of Attitudes and Beliefs as Indicators of Future Smoking Behavior.

Downey, Ann Marie; O'Rourke, Thomas W.

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ERIC Number: EJ151013

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Publication Date: 1976

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The Utilization of Attitudes and Beliefs as Indicators of Future Smoking Behavior

Downey, Ann Marie; O'Rourke, Thomas W.

Journal of Drug Education, 6, 4, 283-294, 76

This study assesses if initial attitudes and beliefs of a behaviorally homogeneous group (1228 females and 868 males) can be utilized as indicators of future smoking behavior. Results suggest attitudes and beliefs of initial never smokers may serve as indicators of future behavior. (Author)

Descriptors: Attitude Change, Behavior Patterns, Futures (of Society), Group Behavior, Junior High School Students, Research Projects, Sex Differences, Smoking, Student Attitudes

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