Anxiety in Smoking Adolescents - A Comparative Study between Smokers and Non-Smokers

Abstract

Study Objective: The aim of this study was to identify the level of anxiety in smoking adolescents and to examine the differences in anxiety levels between smoking adolescents and non-smoking adolescents.

Study Methodology: Descriptive - Comparative Study

Study Sample: The study sample included 100 male adolescents aged 15-18 years, comprising 50 smoking adolescents and 50 non-smoking adolescents.

Measurement Tool: The Kuwait University Anxiety Scale (KUAS) was used.

Study Results:

* The level of anxiety among smoking adolescents is high.

* There are statistically significant differences in anxiety levels between smoking adolescents and non-smoking adolescents, with anxiety levels being higher among smoking adolescents than non-smoking adolescents.