HLTH 101 Chapter Notes - Chapter 8: Smoking Cessation, Tobacco Control, Academic Journal
15 Mar 2018
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Abstract intro/conclusion: lower income are in an env that makes starting to smoke easier and quitting more diff, tob advertising targets the lower class, tobacco control policies need to be implem for dis groups. Info about health risks: little awareness about the risks ass w/ smoking (lower ses countries) Smoking norms & social meanin os smoking: smoking has become normal in certain contexts, expresses identity & belonging. Psychological factors: lower ses using smoking as stress relief. Cessation resources: those of lower ses are less likely to be successful in quitting. Paternalism not knowing what"s best for yourself therefore there are rules to guide what you are allowed to do. Voigts believes - but if you allow paternalism to guide regulation you might cause more separation/marginalisation. Dr. kristen voigt is a philosopher of public health, and is an assistant. Professor, jointly appointed in the institute for health and social policy and the department of philosophy, at mcgill university.
