Factors Associated with Tobacco Smoking Initiation in Jordan: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Objectives: In this study, our goal is to determine the average age of initiation of smoking and to discuss factors associated with smoking initiation and how they differ among different age groups. Such data may provide inspiration for the government to implement strong and comprehensive tobacco control policies.

Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was applied to a random sample of at least 370 participants who were categorized into four age groups ((15 years - 24 years), (25 years - 44 years), (45 years - 64 years), and (65+ years)) from all districts of al-Balqa Jordan using a modified questionnaire made on google forms.