Vaping & Tobacco
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This is Quitting: Resource to help young people quit vaping
This could be the year a young person you care about quits vaping. According to a survey by Truth Initiative, almost half (48%) of young nicotine users aged 18-to-24 are making quitting a priority for their New Year’s resolutions. Source: Truth Initiative There are many reasons young people may want to quit vaping, including physical…
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Talk to Kids About the Risks of Vaping
Talk to Kids About the Risks of Vaping
Many teens vape on a regular basis, and most choose flavored e-cigarettes. Many kids think vaping is harmless, but it can have serious health consequences. Given the right tools and information, parents, educators, and other influential adults can make a profound difference in the lives of their children and students by sharing the facts and…
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Nicotine and the Young Brain
In young people, 5 mg of nicotine a day is enough to establish a nicotine addiction – about the amount of nicotine in one quarter of an e-cigarette pod. Learn more about nicotine and how it impacts the young brain. Source: Truth Initiative
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What’s Trending in E-Cigarettes?
Read CADCA’s infographic to learn about current e-cigarette trends Source: Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA)
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Tips For Teens: Tobacco Use
Get the facts about tobacco use. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
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Tips For Teens: E-Cigarettes
Young people often underestimate the addictiveness of nicotine and the effect of tobacco use on their health. This resource was written for teens. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
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Talking With Your Teen About Vaping
There is a common misconception that vaping is completely harmless. The truth is, vaping is not safe, especially for teens and young adults. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
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Talk with Your Teen About E-cigarettes: A Tip Sheet for Parents
A more natural discussion will increase the likelihood that your teen will listen. Get suggestions for talking with your teen about the risks of e-cigarettes Source: Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Learn to Recognize Stealth E-Cigarette Products
You probably know that an e-cigarette (also called a vape) is a battery-powered device that heats a liquid nicotine mixture into an aerosol that the user inhales. Several of the e-cigarettes most popular with youth resemble USB flash drives and can be relatively odorless. But did you know that teens may also be using stealth…