Nicotine
How does nicotine affect your heart?
It increases your heart rate
True or False: Drinking alcohol while pregnant is not dangerous to the baby
False
What is the chemical that most vapes contain?
Nicotine
How fast does nicotine reach the brain after being inhaled?
About 8 seconds
What are some factors that could lead to alcohol abuse/dependence?
Family members drinking, mental health issues, starting to drink at a young age, history of trauma
True or False: E-Cigarettes are more dangerous than normal cigarettes
False, it is considered safer but it still has many health risks
What hormone is released when nicotine enters the body, making it so addictive?
Dopamine
What are some benefits of not drinking?
Better health, happier, less expensive, better relationships with others
What is a health risk of vaping?
Short-term: throat irritation, coughing, and lung irritation.
Long-term: lung damage, exposure to cancer-causing chemicals, heart issues
What is the most common reason for not quitting nicotine?
Smoking eases stress
What is a long-term effect of excessive alcohol use?
Cancer, liver damage, mental health issues, kidney damage, heart disease
What is a common misconception about vapes?
They only contain water vapor, vaping is a safe alternative to smoking, vaping is a good way to quit smoking
What is a nicotine product that is popular among teens?
Nicotine pouches (Zyn pouches)
How many gallons of alcohol does the average person consume each year?
Around 2.5 gallons
What age group is targeted by vape companies?
Kids and teens