Julia Chen-Sankey
Biographic Data
| ID | 150420 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Julia Chen-Sankey |
| GIVEN NAMES | Julia |
| FAMILY NAME | Chen-Sankey |
| SIGNATURE | CHEN-SANKEY J |
| AFFILIATIONS | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey |
| VERIFIED | No |
| TOTAL WORKS | 12 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 12 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2021 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Influencer-driven lifestyle and wellness framing of intoxicating hemp products may normalize youth cannabis use
Brands of Intoxicating Cannabis Products in Vape Shops
OBJECTIVE: Since the 2018 Farm Bill, many new types of intoxicating cannabis products (ICPs) are widely sold throughout the United States. However, there is little information on popular brands, which is essential for understanding associated risks, marketing strategies, and major industry players who may oppose effective public health legislation. The current study identified popular ICP brands in vape shops across the U.S. METHODS: In November-…
An Experimental Study on the Effect of E-Cigarette Advertising Features on Youth Perceptions and Intentions
BACKGROUND: Exposure to e-cigarette marketing may influence youths' e-cigarette perceptions and behavior. However, less is known about the effect of specific advertisement (ad) features on youth who have never tried e-cigarettes. METHODS: = 516). Participants viewed two ads in one of eight randomized e-cigarette ad conditions that varied by three ad features: color (vibrant/muted), images of models (present/absent), and smoking-relevant language …
How Do Cannabis Ads Influence Youth Perceptions of Cannabis
BACKGROUND: Cannabis marketing exposure has been shown to influence use among youth by increasing positive cannabis perceptions and interest. However, little is known about what specific cannabis advertising features influence youth's perceptions, a key precursor to youth use. METHODS: Respondents consisted of 409 youth (age 16-20 years) surveyed in 2022 who reported susceptibility to using cannabis and were living in California, which legalized …
Youth Perceptions of E-Cigarette Influencer Marketing on Social Media
INTRODUCTION: Youth exposure to e-cigarette-related influencer marketing on social media is associated with lower harm perceptions and greater susceptibility to e-cigarette use. Yet, youth perceptions of different types of influencer marketing remain underexplored. This study examined youth perceptions of explicit and implicit promotion and casual depiction of e-cigarettes by influencers, using focus groups to capture in-depth insights. METHODS: …
Content Analysis of Derived Intoxicating Cannabis Vape Product Attributes and Marketing In an Online Retail Environment
INTRODUCTION: The 2018 U.S. Farm Bill unintentionally resulted in the proliferation of derived intoxicating cannabis vape products (DICVPs), raising concerns about associated health risks. To inform prevention efforts, this study analyzed the product attributes and marketing features of DICVPs sold online, particularly features that could attract youth or lower risk perception. METHODS: In 2023, product attributes and descriptions of 490 flavored…
Evaluating policy compliance among leading tobacco brands on Instagram
Leading tobacco brands on Instagram often violated platform and federal policies, particularly those concerning age verification, sponsorship disclosure and health warning labelling. Stronger enforcement by Instagram, the FTC and the FDA may be needed to reduce youth exposure to tobacco marketing on social media
Exposure to Cannabis in Social Networks and Advertising in Relation to Cannabis-Related Perceptions, Motives, and Use Behaviors Among Young Adults in the US
Within the expanding US cannabis market, young adult cannabis use has increased, underscoring the need to understand key influences on cannabis use. This study examined cannabis-related social and marketing exposures in relation to cannabis use and related mechanisms among US young adults. = 26.39, 59.4% female, 37.4% racial minority, 19.0% Hispanic). Path analyses assessed: (1) parental use, friends' use, and advertising exposure in relation to …
Associations Between Noticing E-Cigarette Advertising Features and E-Cigarette Appeal and Switching Interest Among Young Adult Dual Users
BACKGROUND: E-cigarette advertising, which often includes various features, may prompt e-cigarette use and product switching. This study examined the associations between noticing e-cigarette ad features and perceived product appeal and interest in completely switching from cigarettes to advertised e-cigarettes among young adult dual users of both products. METHODS: = 1,821). Participants viewed 12 e-cigarette ads, clicked on ad features (e.g., f…
Concern for Police Brutality, Societal Discrimination, and School Shootings and Subsequent Cigarette and Cannabis Use in Los Angeles County Hispanic and Non-Hispanic White Youth
Correlates of Anticipated Responses to Cigar Price Increase Among U.S. Adults Who Smoke Cigars
We examined the prevalence and correlates of anticipated responses to hypothetical cigar price increases. Data are from a 2021 representative sample of U.S. adults who reported past-30-day cigar use ( n = 454; mean age = 39.8 years). Weighted multivariable logistic regressions assessed the correlates of behavior change responses. If cigar price increased, 77.2% intend to pay more, 44.7% intend to reduce use, and 39.9%, 37.7%, and 17.1% intend to …
Cigar-Smoking-Cessation Interest and Experience among Black Young Adults
Although Black/African American populations have high cigar-smoking prevalence, little is known about cigar-smoking cessation among this group. This study explored the perceptions and experiences of cigar-smoking cessation and assistance received from healthcare providers among forty Black young-adult cigar smokers (ages 21-29). Semi-structured in-depth phone interviews were transcribed and coded. Qualitative data were analyzed by using thematic …
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Cigar-Smoking-Cessation Interest and Experience among Black Young Adults
Although Black/African American populations have high cigar-smoking prevalence, little is known about cigar-smoking cessation among this group. This study explored the perceptions and experiences of cigar-smoking cessation and assistance received from healthcare providers among forty Black young-adult cigar smokers (ages 21-29). Semi-structured in-depth phone interviews were transcribed and coded. Qualitative data were analyzed by using thematic …
Correlates of Anticipated Responses to Cigar Price Increase Among U.S. Adults Who Smoke Cigars
We examined the prevalence and correlates of anticipated responses to hypothetical cigar price increases. Data are from a 2021 representative sample of U.S. adults who reported past-30-day cigar use ( n = 454; mean age = 39.8 years). Weighted multivariable logistic regressions assessed the correlates of behavior change responses. If cigar price increased, 77.2% intend to pay more, 44.7% intend to reduce use, and 39.9%, 37.7%, and 17.1% intend to …
Associations Between Noticing E-Cigarette Advertising Features and E-Cigarette Appeal and Switching Interest Among Young Adult Dual Users
BACKGROUND: E-cigarette advertising, which often includes various features, may prompt e-cigarette use and product switching. This study examined the associations between noticing e-cigarette ad features and perceived product appeal and interest in completely switching from cigarettes to advertised e-cigarettes among young adult dual users of both products. METHODS: = 1,821). Participants viewed 12 e-cigarette ads, clicked on ad features (e.g., f…
Concern for Police Brutality, Societal Discrimination, and School Shootings and Subsequent Cigarette and Cannabis Use in Los Angeles County Hispanic and Non-Hispanic White Youth
Exposure to Cannabis in Social Networks and Advertising in Relation to Cannabis-Related Perceptions, Motives, and Use Behaviors Among Young Adults in the US
Within the expanding US cannabis market, young adult cannabis use has increased, underscoring the need to understand key influences on cannabis use. This study examined cannabis-related social and marketing exposures in relation to cannabis use and related mechanisms among US young adults. = 26.39, 59.4% female, 37.4% racial minority, 19.0% Hispanic). Path analyses assessed: (1) parental use, friends' use, and advertising exposure in relation to …
Influencer-driven lifestyle and wellness framing of intoxicating hemp products may normalize youth cannabis use
Brands of Intoxicating Cannabis Products in Vape Shops
OBJECTIVE: Since the 2018 Farm Bill, many new types of intoxicating cannabis products (ICPs) are widely sold throughout the United States. However, there is little information on popular brands, which is essential for understanding associated risks, marketing strategies, and major industry players who may oppose effective public health legislation. The current study identified popular ICP brands in vape shops across the U.S. METHODS: In November-…
An Experimental Study on the Effect of E-Cigarette Advertising Features on Youth Perceptions and Intentions
BACKGROUND: Exposure to e-cigarette marketing may influence youths' e-cigarette perceptions and behavior. However, less is known about the effect of specific advertisement (ad) features on youth who have never tried e-cigarettes. METHODS: = 516). Participants viewed two ads in one of eight randomized e-cigarette ad conditions that varied by three ad features: color (vibrant/muted), images of models (present/absent), and smoking-relevant language …
How Do Cannabis Ads Influence Youth Perceptions of Cannabis
BACKGROUND: Cannabis marketing exposure has been shown to influence use among youth by increasing positive cannabis perceptions and interest. However, little is known about what specific cannabis advertising features influence youth's perceptions, a key precursor to youth use. METHODS: Respondents consisted of 409 youth (age 16-20 years) surveyed in 2022 who reported susceptibility to using cannabis and were living in California, which legalized …
Youth Perceptions of E-Cigarette Influencer Marketing on Social Media
INTRODUCTION: Youth exposure to e-cigarette-related influencer marketing on social media is associated with lower harm perceptions and greater susceptibility to e-cigarette use. Yet, youth perceptions of different types of influencer marketing remain underexplored. This study examined youth perceptions of explicit and implicit promotion and casual depiction of e-cigarettes by influencers, using focus groups to capture in-depth insights. METHODS: …
Content Analysis of Derived Intoxicating Cannabis Vape Product Attributes and Marketing In an Online Retail Environment
INTRODUCTION: The 2018 U.S. Farm Bill unintentionally resulted in the proliferation of derived intoxicating cannabis vape products (DICVPs), raising concerns about associated health risks. To inform prevention efforts, this study analyzed the product attributes and marketing features of DICVPs sold online, particularly features that could attract youth or lower risk perception. METHODS: In 2023, product attributes and descriptions of 490 flavored…
Evaluating policy compliance among leading tobacco brands on Instagram
Leading tobacco brands on Instagram often violated platform and federal policies, particularly those concerning age verification, sponsorship disclosure and health warning labelling. Stronger enforcement by Instagram, the FTC and the FDA may be needed to reduce youth exposure to tobacco marketing on social media
Smoking Behavior and Cessation (8 works) · Cannabis (6 works) · Behavioral Health and Interventions (5 works) · Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research (5 works) · Psychology (5 works) · Medicine (4 works) · Perception (4 works) · Psychedelics and Drug Studies (4 works) · Advertising (3 works) · Consumer Behavior in Brand Consumption and Identification (3 works)