The association between degree of nicotine dependence and other health behaviours: Findings from a German general population study

Anja Schumann*, Ulfert Hapke, Hans Jurgen Rumpf, Christian Meyer, Ulrich John

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Abstract

Background: To investigate the association between degree of nicotine dependence and unhealthy nutrition, lack of physical activity, and hazardous alcohol drinking. Methods: Data with respect to cigarette and alcohol consumption, nutrition, and physical activity was collected in a representative general population sample (N=4,075). Results: Smokers with high compared to moderate and low degrees of nicotine dependence consume unhealthy foods more frequently, report less physical activity and more hazardous alcohol drinking. Conclusion: From a public health point of view, special secondary preventive interventions for smokers with high nicotine dependence and additional unhealthy behaviours are necessary.

Original languageEnglish
JournalEuropean Journal of Public Health
Volume11
Issue number4
Pages (from-to)450-452
Number of pages3
ISSN1101-1262
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2001

Research Areas and Centers

  • Academic Focus: Center for Brain, Behavior and Metabolism (CBBM)

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