Exploring the intention to use e-cigarettes and its influencing factors among Thai non-formal education students: A cross-sectional study

Key Points

• Fostering negative attitudes toward e-cigarette use may reduce student intention to use them, indicating a potential prevention strategy.
• The influence of subjective norms plays a significant role in shaping e-cigarette usage intentions among students surveyed.
• Analysis was performed using a cross-sectional design, highlighting the need for future longitudinal and interventional studies for confirmation.
• Findings emphasize the necessity of implementing educational interventions aimed at decreasing e-cigarette appeal among students.

Abstract