Marsh, Eliza Lee
(2024)
A Multi-Analytic Examination of Race, Sex, and Cigarette Craving among Smokers.
Master's Thesis, University of Pittsburgh.
(Unpublished)
Abstract
The current research investigates the relationships among race, sex, and in vivo cigarette craving, aiming to elucidate potential differences across various sociodemographic groups. Leveraging the largest sample size to date in studies utilizing in vivo cigarette cue exposure, this research employed two distinct statistical approaches to assess craving dynamics. Findings revealed that Black female and male smokers exhibited heightened baseline urge ratings and were more prone to experiencing maximal peak-provoked craving during cue exposure compared to White female and male smokers. Additionally, White female smokers demonstrated heightened cue reactivity relative to White male smokers. Methodologically, this study provides compelling evidence for a comprehensive statistical approach to understanding experimentally induced cigarette craving, highlighting the importance of considering intersecting identity factors relationship with varied craving outcome measures. Clinically, these results underscore the necessity of understanding and addressing racial and sex disparities in smoking behavior and health outcomes.
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| Item Type: |
University of Pittsburgh ETD
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| Status: |
Unpublished |
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| Date: |
27 August 2024 |
| Date Type: |
Publication |
| Defense Date: |
18 April 2024 |
| Approval Date: |
27 August 2024 |
| Submission Date: |
22 July 2024 |
| Access Restriction: |
No restriction; Release the ETD for access worldwide immediately. |
| Number of Pages: |
76 |
| Institution: |
University of Pittsburgh |
| Schools and Programs: |
Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences > Psychology |
| Degree: |
MS - Master of Science |
| Thesis Type: |
Master's Thesis |
| Refereed: |
Yes |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: |
Smoking, Cue Exposure, Craving |
| Date Deposited: |
27 Aug 2024 13:26 |
| Last Modified: |
27 Aug 2024 13:26 |
| URI: |
http://d-scholarship.pitt.edu/id/eprint/46714 |
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