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Table 3 Summary of themes and sub-themes from the semi-structured interview

From: Perceptions, behaviours and attitudes towards smoking held by the male partners of Chinese pregnant women: a qualitative study

Themes

Sub-themes

Reasons for continuing smoking

Benefits of smoking

Misperceptions of the impact of smoking and SHS

The neglectful attitude of the impact of smoking

Factors contributing to smoking cessation

Health concerns on the pregnant partner and baby

The role of being father

Encouragement of quitting from family members

Perceived barriers to smoking cessation

Withdrawal symptoms or cigarette cravings

Absence of smoking cessation support

Increasing stress