Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Shisha among College Students in Kolkata, India
International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)

International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Shisha among College Students in Kolkata, India

Cochestar Suting, Nipanjana Saha


Abstract: Introduction: Shisha commonly known as hookah, water pipe, or narghile, is a method of smoking flavoured and non-flavoured tobacco, where the smoke passes through water before inhalation. It consists of a bowl, stem, water base, hose, and mouthpiece. This traditional form of tobacco consumption is particularly common in Middle Eastern and South Asian countries and often perceived as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes. Method: This a cross-sectional study design, conducted using a simple random-sampling method at a premier institute, Kolkata. Using a modified version of the WHO GYTS questionnaire to collect samples. A total of 307 complete responses were considered for data analysis, P value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Result: Out of 307 participants, males (41.1%) and female (59.9%), age group of 18-20 years (46.6%). Reported current smokers (24.4%), daily smokers (19.9%). Product preferred to smoked- Cigarettes (31.3%), shisha (7.8%). Students? awareness of shisha (44%), and had tried shisha (27.7%), and 26.4% have used it for more than three years. Age between 18-20 years was a significant factor shisha consumption (p <0.001). Students believed shisha is less harmful than cigarettes (p =0.007) and considered it safe to smoke for a year or two (p =0.006). Most of female students felt sales of shisha to minor (<18-year-old) should not be banned (p =0.009). Conclusion: Shisha consumption is prevalent among students due to lack of stringent regulation, peer influence and desire of new experience. Many students hold a misconception relating to its health risk, often view it as a safer alternative to cigarettes. Target health campaign is essential to address false beliefs and enforcing a stronger policies and tobacco free campus initiatives can help to reduce access and protect student well-being.


Keywords: Shisha, misconception, attitude, perception, knowledge, smoking behaviour, non-smoking tobacco, and health risk


Edition: Volume 14 Issue 4, April 2025


Pages: 1430 - 1435


DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR25417112236


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Cochestar Suting, Nipanjana Saha, "Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Shisha among College Students in Kolkata, India", International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Volume 14 Issue 4, April 2025, pp. 1430-1435, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR25417112236, DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR25417112236

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