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Paraguay - Asuncion (Ages 13-15) Global Youth Tobacco Survey Summary

Core Content

The Paraguay - Asuncion Global Youth Tobacco Survey (GYTS) conducted in 2008 provides a comprehensive overview of tobacco use among students aged 13-15 in the city of Asuncion. The survey employed a two-stage cluster sampling method to ensure representative data, with a high overall response rate of 84.9% and a total of 3,275 students participating.

The survey examined several key determinants of tobacco use, including prevalence of tobacco use, knowledge and attitudes, access and availability, exposure to secondhand smoke (SHS), cessation behaviors, media and advertising influence, and school curriculum.

Key Findings

Tobacco Use Prevalence

• 25.0% of students had ever smoked cigarettes.
• 18.1% currently use any tobacco product.
  • Boys: 20.2%
  • Girls: 16.0%
• 10.4% currently smoke cigarettes.
  • Boys: 11.7%
  • Girls: 9.3%
• 10.1% currently use other tobacco products.
  • Boys: 11.8%
  • Girls: 8.6%
• 17.6% of never smokers are likely to initiate smoking next year.

Knowledge and Attitudes

• 13.1% of students think boys who smoke have more friends.
• 8.0% think girls who smoke have more friends.
• 9.4% think boys who smoke look more attractive.
• 4.9% think girls who smoke look more attractive.

Access and Availability

• 13.7% of current smokers usually smoke at home.
• 43.0% buy cigarettes in a store.
• 80.3% of students who bought cigarettes in a store were not refused purchase due to their age.

Exposure to Secondhand Smoke (SHS)

• 36.1% live in homes where others smoke in their presence.
• 56.2% are exposed to smoke in places outside their home.
• 28.4% have one or more parents who smoke.
• 11.2% have most or all friends who smoke.
• 66.8% believe smoke from others is harmful to them.
• 85.3% think smoking should be banned in public places.

Cessation Behaviors

• 59.4% of current smokers want to stop smoking.
• 75.0% tried to stop smoking in the past year.
• 75.3% have ever received help to stop smoking.

Media and Advertising Influence

• 83.7% saw anti-smoking media messages in the past 30 days.
• 90.9% saw pro-cigarette ads on billboards in the past 30 days.
• 88.3% saw pro-cigarette ads in newspapers or magazines in the past 30 days.
• 12.1% have an object with a cigarette brand logo.
• 15.4% were offered free cigarettes by a tobacco company representative.

School Curriculum

• 71.0% had been taught about the dangers of smoking in the past year.
• 39.7% had discussed reasons why people their age smoke in class.
• 62.8% had been taught about the effects of tobacco use.

Main Points

• Tobacco use is relatively common among adolescents in Asuncion, with nearly 18% currently using any tobacco product.
• High exposure to secondhand smoke is a significant concern, with over 36% of students living in homes where others smoke.
• Strong public opinion exists in favor of banning smoking in public places, with 85.3% of students supporting this.
• Media plays a dual role, with both anti-smoking messages and pro-cigarette advertising being widely seen.
• Schools have a role in tobacco education, but there is room for improvement in addressing the social and psychological factors that influence smoking behavior.

Conclusion

The Paraguay - Asuncion GYTS highlights the need for a comprehensive tobacco control program that addresses access, exposure, attitudes, cessation support, and education. While there is awareness of the dangers of smoking, the prevalence of tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke indicates ongoing challenges. The survey also underscores the influence of media and advertising, suggesting that targeted anti-smoking campaigns and stricter regulations on tobacco marketing could be effective in reducing youth tobacco use.