ArticleAmerican journal of public health2012
Young adults' favorable perceptions of snus, dissolvable tobacco products, and electronic cigarettes: findings from a focus group study.
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132 citing papers in PubMed, 4 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- A systematic review of consumer preference for e-cigarette attributes: Flavor, nicotine strength, and type.PloS one · 2018Pooled it
- Perceptions and Experiences with Flavored Non-Menthol Tobacco Products: A Systematic Review of Qualitative Studies.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2017Pooled it
- Overview of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems: A Systematic Review.American journal of preventive medicine · 2017Pooled it
- Electronic nicotine delivery system (electronic cigarette) awareness, use, reactions and beliefs: a systematic review.Tobacco control · 2014Pooled it
- Effects of flavour and modified risk claims on nicotine pouch perceptions and use intentions among young adults who use inhalable nicotine and tobacco products: a randomised controlled trial.Tobacco control · 2025Trial
- PMI's heated tobacco products marketing claims of reduced risk and reduced exposure may entice youth to try and continue using these products.Tobacco control · 2020Trial
- Altered lung biology of healthy never smokers following acute inhalation of E-cigarettes.Respiratory research · 2018Trial
- Second Generation Electronic Nicotine Delivery System Vape Pen Exposure Generalizes as a Smoking Cue.Nicotine & tobacco research : official journal of the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco · 2018Trial
- Acute effects of snus in never-tobacco users: a pilot study.The American journal of drug and alcohol abuse · 2018Trial
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- A longitudinal, naturalistic study of U.S. smokers' trial and adoption of snus.Addictive behaviors · 2016Trial
- Cigarette smoking and electronic cigarette vaping patterns as a function of e-cigarette flavourings.Tobacco control · 2016Trial
- Gender differences in snus versus nicotine gum for cigarette avoidance among a sample of US smokers.Drug and alcohol dependence · 2016Trial
- Passive exposure to electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use increases desire for combustible and e-cigarettes in young adult smokers.Tobacco control · 2015Trial
- Scaring the snus out of smokers: testing effects of fear, threat, and efficacy on smokers' acceptance of novel smokeless tobacco products.Health communication · 2014Trial
- Exploring E-Cigarette Use Among Indonesian Youth: Prevalence, Determinants and Policy Implications.Journal of community health · 2025Article
- Examining Perceptions of Uncertain Language in Potential E-Cigarette Warning Labels: Results from 16 Focus Groups with Adult Tobacco Users and Youth.Health communication · 2024Article
- How Facebook is used to promote ENDS products near four Big 10 universities: A qualitative analysis.Journal of American college health : J of ACH · 2024Article
- Youth's exposure to and engagement with e-cigarette marketing on social media: a UK focus group study.BMJ open · 2023Article
- Tobacco advertising exposure and product use among young adults: An ecological momentary assessment approach.Addictive behaviors · 2023Article
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Abstract
objectivesWe explored young adults' perceptions of snus (spitless moist snuff packed in porous bags), dissolvable tobacco products, and electronic cigarettes and intention to try these products.
methodsWe conducted 11 focus group discussions involving a total of 66 young adults (18-26 years old) on these new tobacco products (e.g., harmfulness, potential as quit aids, intention to try) held between July and December 2010. We analyzed discussions using a thematic approach.
resultsParticipants generally reported positive perceptions of the new products, particularly because they came in flavors. Few negative perceptions were reported. Although some participants believed these products were less harmful than cigarettes and helpful in quitting smoking, others thought the opposite, particularly regarding electronic cigarettes. Participants also commented that these products could be gateways to cigarette smoking. Half of the participants, including a mix of smokers and nonsmokers, admitted they would try these products if offered by a friend.
conclusionsYoung adults perceive the new tobacco products positively and are willing to experiment with them. Eliminating flavors in these products may reduce young adults' intentions to try these products.
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