A four-year longitudinal analysis examining the effects of e-cigarette advertisements and disparities among youth with internalizing problems

CONCLUSIONS: E-cigarette advertisements can exert a lasting influence indirectly by diminishing harm perception, particularly among those with lower internalizing problems. Adolescents with higher internalizing problems exhibit lower susceptibility to advertisement influence, yet their perceived harm of e-cigarettes is notably lower than their peers with fewer internalizing problems. These disparities underscore the need for tailored prevention strategies: implementing anti-e-cigarette education programs for adolescents with low internalizing problems and providing mental health care for those facing internalizing challenges. Regulatory measures targeting e-cigarette advertising are also crucial.PMID:38430643 | DOI:10.1016/j.addbeh.2024.108002
Source: Addictive Behaviors - Category: Addiction Authors: Source Type: research