Distinct Motives for Tobacco Use Among Rural Versus Urban Residing Sexual Minority Young Adults in Oklahoma and Surrounding States | Synapse
March 25, 2026
Distinct Motives for Tobacco Use Among Rural Versus Urban Residing Sexual Minority Young Adults in Oklahoma and Surrounding States
Key Points
To understand the different reasons for tobacco use in rural versus urban sexual minority young adults (SMYAs).
Analyzed tobacco use motivations in rural and urban SMYAs
Discussed the need for healthier coping strategies
Highlighted the importance of inclusive social and recreational spaces
Identified distinct motives for tobacco use between rural and urban groups
Found that healthier coping strategies can potentially reduce tobacco use
Emphasized the need for increasing access to inclusive environments
Abstract
Findings suggest that interventions promoting healthier coping strategies and increasing access to inclusive social and recreational spaces may help reduce tobacco use among rural female SMYAs.