Vaping
What year were vapes invented?
2003.
How do they put all the different flavors in vapes?
They are flavored by adding flavor concentrates or extracts to the e-liquid base, often made from synthetic chemicals, which are blended with a mixture of propylene glycol and vegetable glycerin to create the desired taste.
Where is Journey to Recovery located?
212 Prouty DR, Newport, VT 05855
Provide 3 examples of why youths try substances.
- fitting in/peer pressure.
- media.
- celebrations.
- managing anxiety.
- bored/curious.
Which substance use classification does vaping fall under?
Stimulants or "uppers."
What part of the body does vaping affect?
- Respiratory System (lungs & airways)
- Cardiovascular System (heart & blood vessels)
- Brain
- Oral Health
How many schools does JTR have an office in?
2 schools!
Who can help if you or someone you know is struggling with substance use?
Teachers, counselors, principals, trusted adults, doctors, children's helpline, community organizations like Journey to Recovery
What is the highly addictive substance found in vapes that is also found in cigarettes?
Nicotine.
What are some other potential effects?
- Cancer
- Seizures
- Nicotine Poisoning
- Burns and injuries
What is Journey to Recovery?
JTR helps people who struggle with addiction, they help them come up with plans on how to overcome the addiction. They are there to help every step of the way.
Why is it important to not take medication unless it is from a trusted adult?
Dosage, you don't want to take to much or to little.
Purpose, you should always know what your medication is treating.
Interaction, some medication may have negative reactions with other medications or foods.
Name two health risks of vaping.
- alter brain development.
- highly addictive.
- effects memory, concentration and mood.
- increase anxiety/stress.
- increase heart rate and blood pressure.
- faulty vapes (can blow up when overheated).
- dangerous chemicals found in vapes.
- not enough research - very problematic.
What does vaping do to your heart?
- Increased heart rate and blood pressure
- Increased risk of heart disease and stroke
- Impact on blood vessel function
Who is the executive director of JTR?
Lila Bennett!
What is a healthy way to deal with stress?
Physical Activity
Art
Music
Hangout with a friend or loved one
Talk about it
How much money do vaping companies make a year from selling products?
Roughly 8 billion a year.
How many chemicals are in vapes?
- Nicotine
- Carcinogens (cancer-causing chemicals)
- Heavy metals (nickel, tin, lead)
- Flavoring Chemicals
Who are the staff at JTR?
- Lila Bennett
- Melissa Mosley
- Meagan Blake
- Jay Caroli
- Amarah Alberghini-Giroux
- Governor Robb
- William Thomas
- Sara Rice
What are some "triggers" that could lead to substance abuse.
Stress
Sadness
Anger
Depression
Anxiety