Factors Associated with E-Cigarette Use Among University Students in Jordan: A Cross-Sectional Study.
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| Title: | Factors Associated with E-Cigarette Use Among University Students in Jordan: A Cross-Sectional Study. |
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| Authors: | Mahmoud, Khadejah F. (AUTHOR), Mahmoud, Iman F. (AUTHOR), Alduraidi, Hamza (AUTHOR), Jaffal, Anwar A. (AUTHOR), Mahmoud, Abdullah F. (AUTHOR), Finnell, Deborah S. (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Substance Use & Misuse. 2026, Vol. 61 Issue 10, p1614-1621. 8p. |
| Subjects: | Risk assessment, Cross-sectional method, Statistical correlation, Pearson correlation (Statistics), T-test (Statistics), Electronic cigarettes, Smoking, Statistical sampling, Sex distribution, Questionnaires, Multiple regression analysis, Disease prevalence, Psychological adaptation, Psychological well-being, Descriptive statistics, Chi-squared test, Odds ratio, Psychological stress, Research, Psychology of college students, Student attitudes, Anthropometry, Psychological tests, Data analysis software, Confidence intervals, Mental depression, Educational attainment, Physical activity |
| Geographic Terms: | Jordan |
| Abstract: | Introduction: In Jordan, the prevalence of e-cigarette use has been regarded among the highest rates in the region, especially among its young population, namely university students. Hence, this study aimed to identify the rates of e-cigarette use and the possible factors associated with its use among university students in Jordan. Methods: A convenience sample of 830 university students was recruited using an online survey. Measures of sociodemographic characteristics, perceived stress, levels of depression, and coping styles were obtained. Results: The findings revealed that being male, specializing in a non-health major, and having high perceived stress scores were main factors associated with e-cigarette use among university students. Conclusions: Identifying factors associated with e-cigarette use among young adults, especially university students are vital in the development of targeted interventions that can effectively reduce e-cigarette use among this population in Jordan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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| Abstract: | Introduction: In Jordan, the prevalence of e-cigarette use has been regarded among the highest rates in the region, especially among its young population, namely university students. Hence, this study aimed to identify the rates of e-cigarette use and the possible factors associated with its use among university students in Jordan. Methods: A convenience sample of 830 university students was recruited using an online survey. Measures of sociodemographic characteristics, perceived stress, levels of depression, and coping styles were obtained. Results: The findings revealed that being male, specializing in a non-health major, and having high perceived stress scores were main factors associated with e-cigarette use among university students. Conclusions: Identifying factors associated with e-cigarette use among young adults, especially university students are vital in the development of targeted interventions that can effectively reduce e-cigarette use among this population in Jordan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 10826084 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/10826084.2026.2615067 |
