Adolescents' Perceptions of the Costs and Benefits Associated with Cigarette Smoking: Sex Differences and Peer Influence.

Urberg, Kathryn; Robbins, Rochelle L.

Notes FAQ Contact Us

Back to results

Peer reviewed

ERIC Number: EJ257286

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1981-Oct

Pages: N/A

Abstractor: N/A

ISBN: N/A

ISSN: N/A

EISSN: N/A

Available Date: N/A

Adolescents' Perceptions of the Costs and Benefits Associated with Cigarette Smoking: Sex Differences and Peer Influence.

Urberg, Kathryn; Robbins, Rochelle L.

Journal of Youth and Adolescence, v10 n5 p353-61 Oct 1981

Cigarette smoking habits among adolescents were examined. The girls viewed smoking as a sign of rebellion or autonomy, while boys viewed smoking as a social coping mechanism. Boys were more influenced than girls by their friends who smoke. The implications for smoking education and intervention were discussed. (Author/DWH)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Attitudes, Peer Influence, Sex Differences, Smoking

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

Education Level: N/A

Audience: N/A

Language: English

Sponsor: N/A

Authoring Institution: N/A

Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A

Author Affiliations: N/A