PS4001 Lab Report: Dual Usage (Smoking/Vaping) & Smoker Identity

This lab report investigates the relationship between dual usage (smoking and vaping) and smoker identity through thematic analysis of interview data. The study aims to identify key factors leading to smoking and vaping habits and to evaluate the connection between dual usage and smoker identity. Two participants were interviewed, and the data was analyzed using thematic analysis, revealing themes related to the reasons for initiating smoking and vaping, including social influences, parental habits, and coping mechanisms for anxiety and depression. The report discusses the perceived social acceptance of smoking and vaping, the differences between the two, and the implications of dual usage on smoker identity, suggesting that dual users exhibit a stronger smoker identity due to their continued reliance on tobacco and vaping products. The findings highlight the complex interplay between individual behaviors, social norms, and psychological factors in shaping smoking and vaping habits.