What does it mean by shared stereotypes? I know that stereotype is like an image that has a certain meaning. How would that relate to smokers? I don't know but would that be like commericals that are related to smokers or like others that smoke for the same reason?

Advertisement suggest that if you use the product the "cool" person in the ad uses, you will be equally as cool. That would be sharing an image of coolness or stereotype.

What would be another example of Shared stereotypes for smokers?

Another example would be from the point of view of people's (or a person's) opinion. Such as - all smokers are unhealthy and not athletic. Or another would be - smokers aren't concerned about their health because they continue to smoke. Or another would be - smokers are weak people who don't have the will power to quit.

What does it mean by Mind Guarding? How would that affect people that smoke?

From what I found, mind guarding is a characteristic of groupthink. Those in a group protect themselves and the group by avoiding any dissenting ideas. For smokers, mind guarding may the unwillingness to seriously consider the cigarette's potential health dangers to themselves and others.

Would an example be like second hand smoke?

Yes.

Direct pressure to conform placed on any member who questions the group, couched in terms of "disloyalty". How would direct pressure affect smokers? Would it be like lying to someone that that they don't smoke or pressure from peers is the reason for why their smoking?

Yes. Those are good examples.

Shared stereotypes refer to commonly held beliefs or generalizations about a particular group of people, based on certain characteristics or behaviors attributed to that group. These stereotypes are not necessarily accurate or fair representations of individuals within the group, but they are widely accepted or recognized within society.

In the case of smokers, shared stereotypes often refer to ideas or beliefs about the characteristics or behaviors of individuals who smoke. Some common stereotypes associated with smokers might include perceptions that they are addicted to nicotine, have poor health, lack willpower, or engage in socially undesirable habits.

These shared stereotypes can manifest in various ways, such as through commercials or public health campaigns that illustrate the negative consequences of smoking or portray smokers in a specific light. They can also influence individuals who smoke, as they may feel a sense of camaraderie or a shared bond with others who engage in the same behavior, potentially creating a subculture or community around smoking.

It is important to note that stereotypes should not be used to make assumptions about individuals or to judge them. People are complex and diverse, and it is always best to approach others as individuals rather than relying on preconceived notions based on shared stereotypes.