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Abstract #26506

How do African-American moms keep their daughters tobacco-free?

Gina Marie Piane, DrPH, Allied Health Professions, Northern Illinois University, Public Health Program, DeKalb, IL 60115, 8157536324, gpiane@niu.edu

African-American female college students smoke less than their European-American or male counterparts. The most predominant reason given when asked "Why don't you smoke cigerettes?" are maternal related factors. This study investigates the positive influences on African-American female college students that contribute to the choice not to smoke cigarettes. The responses of a sample of students and their mothers will be presented.

Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to identify the parenting factors that influence African-American daughters to choose not to smoke cigarettes.

Keywords: , Tobacco

Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: None
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.

The 129th Annual Meeting of APHA