Características del consumo de cigarrillos en estudiantes universitarios, en la Facultad de Ciencias económicas y Empresariales de la Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja 2023

Abstract

Abstract: This study addresses the significant problem of cigarette smoking among university students, a growing public health concern due to the prevalence of smoking among young adults. The main objective is to determine the characteristics of cigarette smoking among university students from the Faculty of Economics and Business at the Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja (2023). A quantitative and descriptive approach was used, with a cross-sectional design and stratified probability sampling. Information was collected through online surveys using tools such as Google Forms and analyzed with statistical software such as SPSS. The research reveals data on students' cigarette smoking behavior, providing crucial information for the design of prevention and health promotion policies and programs at the university. It also offers insights for the development of support and treatment programs for students interested in quitting smoking. The research highlights the importance of increasing awareness of the risks associated with cigarette smoking among young adults, influencing individual decisions and supporting the development of public health policies to prevent smoking and reduce its health risks for society as a whole.