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- Title
THE SUPPORT OF YOUNG ADULTS FOR THE SMOKING BAN IN PUBLIC PLACES IN POLAND -- A QUALITATIVE STUDY.
- Authors
Opoczyńska-Świeżewska, Dagmara; Raciborski, Filip
- Abstract
Introduction: The objective of the study was to gather the opinions of smokers, non-smokers and those who had quit smoking regarding the smoking ban in public places introduced on 15th November 2010. Material and methods: Qualitative studies were carried out using Individual In-Depth Interviews (IDI) according to a pre-specified scenario (5 thematic blocks divided into detailed questions). The interviews were conducted from February to December 2014. A total of 15 people participated in the study: 6 men and 9 women, who were 23-36 years of age, divided into three equal groups of smokers, non-smokers and former smokers who had quit. Results: Passive exposure to tobacco smoke at work, in catering and entertainment facilities, and at homes was declared by 9 out of 10 former smokers and non-smokers. They also indicated a lack of smoking rooms in the workplace, schools, in catering and entertainment facilities. Respondents emphasised their satisfaction with the smoking ban in public places, which has had a positive influence on their wellbeing and comfort while in those places. Discussion: Study participants pointed out that the implementation of the new smoke-free policy has improved the situation of people exposed to second hand smoke, which is also reflected in the quantitative study. A study conducted in 2017 for the Chief Sanitary Inspector regarding attitudes towards smoking also clearly indicates the positive impact of the Anti-Tobacco Act on smokers' behaviour. Conclusions: Respondents expressed satisfaction with the smoking ban in public places. A significant problem with smoking in catering and entertainment facilities was also noted.
- Subjects
SMOKING cessation; PUBLIC health; NONSMOKING areas; SMOKING laws; EPIDEMIOLOGY
- Publication
Alcoholism & Drug Addiction / Alkoholizm i Narkomania, 2021, Vol 34, Issue 4, p257
- ISSN
0867-4361
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.5114/ain.2021.112795