Factors Associated with E-Cigarette Use Among University Students in Jordan
A Cross-Sectional Study
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21646671 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Khadejah F Mahmoud (0000-0001-7822-5515, Applied Science Private University), Iman F Mahmoud (0000-0002-8231-0664, Petra University, corresponding author), Hamza Alduraidi (0000-0003-1762-0575, Community Health Nursing Department, School of Nursing, The University of Jordan), Anwar A Jaffal (Petra University), Anwar Abdel Qader Jaffal (Petra University), Abdullah F Mahmoud (Human Capital Department, PricewaterhouseCoopers), Deborah S Finnell (0000-0001-7678-9640, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing) |
| Year | 2026 |
| Volume | 61 |
| Issue | 10 |
| Pages | 1614-1621 |
| Publication date | 2026-08-24 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Substance Use & Misuse (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1082-6084 • E-ISSN: 1532-2491 |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/10826084.2026.2615067 |
| PMID | 41777045 |
| OpenAlex | W7133522909 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 32 |
Introduction: In Jordan, the prevalence of e-cigarette use has been regarded among the highest rates in the region, especially among its young population, namely university students. Hence, this study aimed to identify the rates of e-cigarette use and the possible factors associated with its use among university students in Jordan. Methods: A convenience sample of 830 university students was recruited using an online survey. Measures of sociodemographic characteristics, perceived stress, levels of depression, and coping styles were obtained. Results: The findings revealed that being male, specializing in a non-health major, and having high perceived stress scores were main factors associated with e-cigarette use among university students. Conclusions: Identifying factors associated with e-cigarette use among young adults, especially university students are vital in the development of targeted interventions that can effectively reduce e-cigarette use among this population in Jordan
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| Citation velocity | historical |
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| Highly cited | No |