Pattern of Tobacco Smoking Among Adolescents in a Selected Community of Comilla District, Bangladesh

Background: Tobacco smoking is a major preventable cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with increasing prevalence among adolescents in developing countries. Early initiation of smoking increases the risk of long-term nicotine dependence and chronic diseases. Objective: To assess the pattern of tobacco smoking and its associated sociodemographic, behavioral, knowledge, attitude, and IEC-related factors among adolescents in a selected community of Comilla district, Bangladesh. Materials and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from October 2023 to January 2024 among 201 adolescents aged 14–19 years. Data were collected using a pretested semi-structured questionnaire through face-to-face interviews. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 25.0. Descriptive statistics were presented as frequency and percentage. Associations were tested using Pearson’s chi-square test, with p