College students' perceptions of risk and addictiveness of e-cigarettes and cigarettes

Introduction:
This text is a summary of a study examining the relationship between college students' perceptions of risk and addictiveness of e-cigarettes and traditional cigarettes. The study also explores the relationship between dual and exclusive e-cigarette/cigarette use.

Key Points:

* The study included a cross-sectional analysis of data from students attending 24 colleges in Texas.
* The study found that dual users reported lower perceived harm of e-cigarettes most consistently.
* Perceived harm of cigarettes was significantly lower among cigarette only and dual users compared to non-users.
* Compared to non-users, all three groups reported significantly lower perceived addictiveness of e-cigarettes and cigarettes.
* The study found that perceptions of harm and addictiveness of e-cigarettes are lower than those for conventional cigarettes.
* Perceptions of harm and addictiveness were lower among exclusive and dual users, compared to non-users.

Main Message:
The study highlights the importance of understanding perceptions about e-cigarette use among college students. The findings demonstrate that perceptions of harm and addictiveness of e-cigarettes are lower than those for conventional cigarettes, and these perceptions are lower among exclusive and dual users compared to non-users. This information can be useful in developing public health messages and interventions aimed at reducing e-cigarette use among college students. Additionally, the study emphasizes the need for further research on the relationship between perceptions of harm and addictiveness and e-cigarette use. Overall, the study highlights the importance of monitoring and addressing e-cigarette use among college students.

Cooper, Maria, Alexandra Loukas, Melissa B. Harrell, and Cheryl L. Perry. “College Students’ Perceptions of Risk and Addictiveness of e-Cigarettes and Cigarettes.” Journal of American College Health 65, no. 2 (February 17, 2017): 103–11. https://doi.org/10.1080/07448481.2016.1254638.