Problem Behavior Theory: A half century of research on adolescent behavior and development In: Lerner RM, editor
For example, see ASH(U.S.): Making Tobacco Industry Elimination Inevitable (February 2026) The tobacco endgame represents a fundamental shift from reducing harm to permanently ending the source of harm
Frequent cigar smokers may experience worse health effects than cigarette smokers, but casual cigar users may experience significantly lower risk of negative health effects
In this regard, female smokers are up to 60% more likely to develop fertility problems compared to non-smokers
"The Tory-led government has imposed a freeze on mass media health campaigns including smoking, cut the smoking policy team at the Department of Health, and dithered over tobacco displays." Deborah Arnott, the chief executive of anti-smoking organisation Ash, said: "Although disappointed at the delay, we're delighted that the government has refused to cave in to tobacco industry lobbying for the repeal of the tobacco display legislation." Lansley's move is proof, Arnott added, "that there is now a strong cross-party political consensus that tough action to tackle smoking is the primary public health priority
