Most Young Adult Nicotine Users Want to Quit in 2026

NAQC Newsroom: Tobacco Control

Thursday, January 22, 2026
Posted by: Natalia Gromov

About two-thirds (67%) of young adult nicotine users ages 18–24 plan to quit for the new year, according to new Truth Initiative survey data. Most reported that their top reason for quitting was to improve their mental and physical health.
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