Title Znanja, stavovi i iskustva učenika srednjih škola o upotrebi električnih cigareta Title (english) Knowledge, attitudes, and experiences of high school students about the use of electric cigarettes Author Josipa Kolak Mentor Rosana Ribić (mentor)Committee member Tomislav Meštrović (predsjednik povjerenstva)Committee member Rosana Ribić (član povjerenstva)Committee member Marijana Neuberg (član povjerenstva)Granter University North Defense date and country 2024-09-23, Croatia Scientific / art field, BIOMEDICINE AND HEALTHCARE Abstract Električne cigarete, poznate i kao e-cigarete, postale su sve popularniji proizvod među mladima širom svijeta. Ove uređaje često se promovira kao manje štetna alternativa tradicionalnim cigaretama, a njihova upotreba se ubrzano širi među adolescentima, što izaziva zabrinutost među stručnjacima za javno zdravlje.
U cilju dubljeg razumjevanija ove problematike, provedeno je istraživanje putem anketnog upitnika među punoljetnim učenicima srednje škole. Cilj istraživanja bio je utvrditi nivo znanja učenika o električnim cigaretama, njihove stavovima prema ovim proizvodima, kao i prevalenciju njihove upotrebe. Rezultati istraživanja pokazali su da većina učenika ima osrednje znanje o potencijalnim zdravstvenim rizicima povezanima s upotrebom električnih cigareta. Iako su neki učenici bili svjesni da električne cigarete sadrže nikotin, mnogi nisu bili upoznati sa činjenicom da upotreba ovih proizvoda može izazvati ovisnost, kao i sa mogućim dugoročnim zdravstvenim posljedicama, kao što su bolesti pluća i kardiovaskularni problemi. Što se tiče stavova učenika prema električnim cigaretama, rezultati su pokazali da su oni često pozitivni. Veliki broj učenika smatra da su električne cigarete manje štetne od tradicionalnih cigareta, što je stav koji može biti posljedica marketinških strategija koje promoviraju e-cigarete kao „zdraviju“ alternativu. Istraživanje je otkrilo da značajan postotak učenika već koristi ili je koristio električne cigarete.
Na osnovu rezultata, jasno je da postoji potreba za pojačanom edukacijom i preventivnim programima usmjerenim ka mladima. Ovi programi bi trebali biti fokusirani na pružanje točnih informacija o sastavu i efektima električnih cigareta, kao i na razbijanje mitova i zabluda koje se često šire među mladima. Škole, kao ključne institucije u obrazovanju mladih, trebale bi igrati centralnu ulogu u ovim naporima, u saradnji sa zdravstvenim stručnjacima i organizacijama za javno zdravlje.
Abstract (english) Electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigarettes, have become an increasingly popular product among young people worldwide. These devices are often promoted as a less harmful alternative to traditional cigarettes, and their use is rapidly spreading among adolescents, raising concerns among public health experts.
To gain a deeper understanding of this issue, a survey was conducted among high school students of legal age. The aim of the research was to determine the students' level of knowledge about e-cigarettes, their attitudes towards these products, and the prevalence of their use. The results of the study showed that most students have a moderate understanding of the potential health risks associated with e-cigarette use. While some students were aware that e-cigarettes contain nicotine, many were not familiar with the fact that using these products can lead to addiction, as well as potential long-term health consequences such as lung disease and cardiovascular problems.
Regarding students' attitudes toward e-cigarettes, the results revealed that they are often positive. A large number of students believe that e-cigarettes are less harmful than traditional cigarettes, a view that may be influenced by marketing strategies promoting e-cigarettes as a 'healthier' alternative. The research also uncovered that a significant percentage of students are already using or have used e-cigarettes.
Based on the results, it is clear that there is a need for enhanced education and preventive programs aimed at young people. These programs should focus on providing accurate information about the composition and effects of e-cigarettes, as well as debunking myths and misconceptions that are often spread among young people. Schools, as key institutions in educating the youth, should play a central role in these efforts, in collaboration with health experts and public health organizations.
Keywords
električne cigarete
učenici
stavovi
navike
razina znanja
Keywords (english)
Electric cigarettes
students
attitudes
habits
level of knowledge
Language croatian URN:NBN urn:nbn:hr:122:317762 Study programme Title: Nursing Type of resource Text File origin Born digital Access conditions Open access Terms of use Created on 2024-10-02 11:40:05
