Authors: Radha Sharma, Jaishree Ganjiwale, Mona Kanaan, Kate Flemming, Kamran Siddiqi
In South Asia, smokeless tobacco (ST) use is culturally ingrained. This study explored how family and community health workers influence pregnant women’s attitudes and behaviors toward ST use in selected Indian populations. Interviews with pregnant and postpartum women revealed a shift in social norms, with family members increasingly encouraging women to stop using ST during pregnancy. Many women, influenced by advice from Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers, attempted to reduce their ST use. The findings suggest that ST use during pregnancy is becoming less acceptable, and community health workers play a crucial role in supporting women to quit.
Link: How do family members influence smokeless tobacco consumption during pregnancy in India Perspectives of pregnant women
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Resource Topic: Pregnancy, Tobacco practices
Resource Type: Qualitative
Year: 2024
Region: Asia
Country: India
Publisher May Restrict Access: No