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What age group was targeted in the smoking prevention and cessation programs?
What age group was targeted in the smoking prevention and cessation programs?
Teachers in the control group received training on how to deliver smoking prevention lessons.
Teachers in the control group received training on how to deliver smoking prevention lessons.
False (B)
What model was the smoking prevention program based on?
What model was the smoking prevention program based on?
transtheoretical model of behavior change
The computer-based sessions lasted for ___ hour and used interactive questions to engage students.
The computer-based sessions lasted for ___ hour and used interactive questions to engage students.
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Match the following components of the intervention with their descriptions:
Match the following components of the intervention with their descriptions:
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What was the primary outcome measure for assessing the effectiveness of the smoking intervention?
What was the primary outcome measure for assessing the effectiveness of the smoking intervention?
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The interventions were effective in reducing smoking behavior among students.
The interventions were effective in reducing smoking behavior among students.
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What age group of students was sampled for this study?
What age group of students was sampled for this study?
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The computer sessions lasted for ___ hour during the 9th grade school year.
The computer sessions lasted for ___ hour during the 9th grade school year.
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Match the following components of the intervention with their purposes:
Match the following components of the intervention with their purposes:
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What methodology was used to ensure the delivery of the interventions was effective?
What methodology was used to ensure the delivery of the interventions was effective?
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Students received comprehensive training before participating in the intervention.
Students received comprehensive training before participating in the intervention.
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What factor did researchers consider when collecting demographic data before the study?
What factor did researchers consider when collecting demographic data before the study?
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The method of feedback provided in the intervention included _____ and _____.
The method of feedback provided in the intervention included _____ and _____.
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Which of the following best describes the teachers' role in the intervention?
Which of the following best describes the teachers' role in the intervention?
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Study Notes
Adolescent Smoking Prevention Intervention Study
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Aim: Evaluate the effectiveness of year-long smoking prevention and cessation programs based on the transtheoretical model (TTM) for adolescents.
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Participants: 9th-grade students (ages 13-14)
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Data Collection: Demographic data (age, smoking status, family smoking history) collected via questionnaires from students.
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Intervention Groups: Schools were randomly assigned to either an intervention group or a control group (standard health education).
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Control Group Interventions: Teachers in control group schools received lesson plans on tobacco and cessation, but no training on delivering the lessons. It was left to the individual schools to implement the material.
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Intervention Types (for intervention group schools):
- Computer-Based Sessions: Six one-hour sessions utilizing the TTM. Interactive questions assessed smoking behavior and stage of change (precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance). Provided normative and ipsative feedback. Included videos of students discussing their experiences.
- Classroom-Based Sessions: Similar to computer-based sessions, with six sessions. Teachers received a two-day training course on TTM concepts, stages of change related to smoking, and using the TTM to assess and prevent smoking behaviors.
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Standardization: Both intervention types maintained standardization in classroom settings and program content.
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Ecological Validity: High ecological validity, as the intervention was delivered within the classroom setting.
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Follow-Up: Twelve months post-intervention, follow-up questionnaires were administered to assess changes in smoking behavior.
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Primary Outcome: Regular smoking (1+ cigarettes per week)
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Data Analysis:
- Quantitative Data: Analysis of smoking behavior changes.
- Qualitative Data: Student and teachers perspectives on intervention engagement and usefulness.
- Observational Data: Researchers observed intervention delivery to assess quality. Inter-observer reliability employed in observations.
- Participant Tracking: Participant monitoring for delivery duration and issues.
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Study Limitations: Potential for participant bias and lack of teacher training in delivering the intervention were limitations.
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Research Findings: The intervention showed no significant difference in smoking behavior between the intervention and control groups after the one-year period.
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This quiz assesses a year-long smoking prevention intervention tailored for 9th-grade students. It focuses on understanding the effectiveness of programs based on the transtheoretical model (TTM). Participants' data on demographic factors and smoking behaviors are evaluated in this study.
