Title: The Effects Of Cigarette Excise Tax On Smoking Habits And Factors Affecting Spending Decisions Among Residents Of Barangay Lakandula, Mabalacat City
Authors: EDCEL P. BARAGA, MARY JOY P. DAYRIT, ARWIN C. DIZON, MITZIE COSICO, MM, RICARDO S. JIMENEZ, LPT, DBA
Volume: 9
Issue: 6
Pages: 193-206
Publication Date: 2025/06/28
Abstract:
This study investigates how cigarette excise taxes affect smoking habits and the spending decisions of smokers in Barangay Lakandula, Mabalacat City, Pampanga. It aims to understand how psychological, social, environmental, and economic factors influence how smokers spend money and whether the tax helps change their smoking behavior. The research also identifies the main reasons like stress, peer influence, or financial issues that make it hard for people to reduce or quit smoking.