Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10511591 | Journal of Adolescent Health | 2015 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Our findings suggest that family cohesion protects against adolescent smoking, whereas family conflict increases the risk for smoking. Therefore, intervention programs for adolescents and parents could focus on enhancing family bonding and closeness, which is protective against smoking initiation.
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Authors
Vandita Ph.D., Pamela M. Ph.D., Margaret R. M.D., M.P.H., Anna V. Ph.D.,