Vaping Basics
What is vaping?
Using an electronic device to inhale aerosol.
Name one substance often found in vapes.
Nicotine, chemicals, flavoring.
Why do some teens think vaping is "cool" or harmless?
Peer pressure, flavors, social media influence.
What device is commonly used to vape?
Vape pen, e-cigarette, Juul, puff bar.
What addictive drug is found in vapes?
Nicotine.
Name one short term effect of vaping.
Coughing, headache, dizziness, nausea.
What does e-cigarette stand for?
Electronic Cigarette.
True or False: Vape aerosol is just water vapor.
False.
Why are teens more at risk for addiction?
Why are vape devices easy to hide?
They are small, they can look like USBs, and don't always produce strong smells.
Name one chemical (besides nicotine) found in vape aerosol.
Heavy metals, formaldehyde, ultrafine particles.
How can vaping effect the brain?
It can harm memory, attention and learning.
How can vaping lead to smoking later on?
It can increase nicotine addiction and normalize smoking.
Why is flavoring in vapes a problem for teens?
It makes vaping more appealing and hides the danger.
Explain one long-term health risk of vaping.
Addiction, lung damage, and increased risk of smoking.