Tharumini Weerakoon

Department of Psychology, Coventry University, Coventry, United Kingdom

Publications
  • Review Article   
    Tobacco Dependency in the United Kingdom: Prevalence, Risk Factors, Interventions, Disparities, and Policy Implications
    Author(s): Tharumini Weerakoon*

    Tobacco dependency remains a persistent global public health challenge, with significant implications for morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. This systematic review presents a comprehensive analysis of tobacco dependency studies conducted in the United Kingdom (UK). The objective is to distill existing research to inform evidence-based interventions and policies targeting this pressing issue. The primary purpose of this systematic review is to provide an up-to-date synthesis of the current state of tobacco dependency in the UK. By examining a wide range of studies, we aim to identify trends, risk factors, and effective interventions, ultimately contributing to the development of targeted strategies for reducing tobacco use in the UK population. A rigorous systematic search across various academic databases yielded a substantial body of evidence encompassing.. View more»

    DOI: 10.35248/0974-8369.24.16.733

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