Young adolescents are especially likely to begin smoking if they

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Having friends and relatives who smoke is a major risk factor for young adolescents starting smoking. Research has shown that the influence of friends and family members who smoke is stronger than other factors such as socioeconomic status or parental education. Therefore, young adolescents who have smoking friends and relatives are more likely to initiate smoking themselves.

Young Adolescents Are Especially Likely to Begin Smoking If They