Smoking among De La Salle University students: A perspective on their locus of control and stress levels

Date of Publication

1999

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology

Subject Categories

Psychology

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Psychology

Abstract/Summary

This study is a descriptive research. The researchers employed the interview guide to explain further the cause why smokers get into the habit of smoking. The interview reflected two different possible factors which may cause smoking among De La Salle University students. The two factors namely: a) locus of control and b) stress. The Anxiety Self Analysis Questionnaire was utilized to determine the stress levels of smokers and non-smokers. Their scores ranged from high, medium and low. Locus of control was measured by using the Rotter I-E Scale. The loci may either be internal or external. Results show that smokers have higher levels of stress than non-smokers. Smokers also showed inclination to external control rather than internal control as compared to non-smokers.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU09288

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

49 leaves ; Computer print-out.

Keywords

Smoking; Tobacco--Physiological effect; Nicotine addiction; Locus of control; Stress management

Embargo Period

2-5-2022

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