Prevalence and characteristics of young adult smokers in the U.S. in the precontemplation stage of smoking cessation

•59% of YA smokers are in the precontemplation stage of smoking cessation (no intention to quit in the next 6 months)•Unemployment and roll-your-own cigarette use are associated with being in the precontemplation stage•YAs who sign up for tobacco promotional offers are more likely to be in the precontemplation stage of smoking cessation