Don’t get sucked in. There are no safe vapes.
What’s in a vape?
Vapes can contain the same harmful chemicals found in cleaning products, nail polish remover, weed killer and bug spray.
Nicotine & Cannabis
Teens brains are still developing, and any nicotine or marijuana products can disrupt normal brain development.
Effects on the brain
While vaping may give you an instant sense of relief – that sensation can be due to the relief of withdrawal symptoms caused by dependence/addiction. Vaping nicotine has been linked to increased depression, stress, and anxiety in multiple studies.
Effects on the body
Vaping can cause severe illness or lung injuries that require hospitalization.
Addiction
Teens who vape are 7 times more likely to become smokers 1 year later compared with those who have never vaped.
How to prevent use and support teens
- Know what to look for. Vapes can be small and look like USBs, pens, highlighters, or other school supplies. Check out the E-cigarette, or Vaping Products, Visual Dictionary to learn more about the different products available.
- Start talking about expectations early through frequent and honest conversations.
- Set a good example and spend time together.
Know anyone who is looking to quit or need more information?
Visit This is Quitting (truthinitiative.org)
To find out more about SRSLY Stockbridge, please visit srslystockbridge.org.
Sources: CDC, NIDA, John Hopkins Medicine, NSW Health, FDA, Truth Initiative
