Abstract
This study sought to understand the disproportionately higher smoking rates among LGTBQ individuals by employing social learning theory as a tool to analyze the findings from four focus groups conducted among this population in one metro area. The findings indicate that LGBTQ individuals often start smoking after “coming out” in direct response to social stresses and gay culture which seems to be supportive of smoking behavior.
Keywords
LGBTQ Smoking Behavior, Social Learning Theory, sexual orientation, tobacco.
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Recommended Citation
Bowman, L.,
&
Bryant, L.
(2011).
The Application of Social Learning Theory To Understanding Smoking Behavior Among LGBTQ Individuals.
Adult Education Research Conference.
https://newprairiepress.org/aerc/2011/papers/9
The Application of Social Learning Theory To Understanding Smoking Behavior Among LGBTQ Individuals
This study sought to understand the disproportionately higher smoking rates among LGTBQ individuals by employing social learning theory as a tool to analyze the findings from four focus groups conducted among this population in one metro area. The findings indicate that LGBTQ individuals often start smoking after “coming out” in direct response to social stresses and gay culture which seems to be supportive of smoking behavior.
