The Effect of Health Beliefs on the Smoking Behavior of College Women.

Gottlieb, Nell H.

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ERIC Number: EJ282041

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Publication Date: 1983-Apr

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The Effect of Health Beliefs on the Smoking Behavior of College Women.

Gottlieb, Nell H.

Journal of American College Health, v31 n5 p214-21 Apr 1983

Women attending four New England colleges were surveyed to determine how their health beliefs and attitudes related to smoking. Beliefs of current smokers, former smokers, and nonsmokers were explored in an effort to shed light on motivation. Implications for public policy are discussed. (PP)

Descriptors: Behavior Change, Beliefs, College Students, Females, Higher Education, Physical Health, Smoking, Stress Variables, Student Attitudes, Student Motivation

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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