Nicotine
What is Nicotine?
A highly addictive chemical compound that is present in a tobacco plant
What are Vapes?
Battery-operated devices people use to stimulate smoking.
What is Nicotine Withdrawal?
Withdrawal symptoms begin 4-24 hours after last usage if you’ve been using it long-term
Symptoms fade over 3-4 weeks
Common Symptoms: urge to use, irritable, depression/sadness, anxious, paranoia, concentration issues, insomnia, increased appetite (may result in weight gain)
Less Common Symptoms: headaches, nausea, nightmares, dizziness, cough, dry mouth
Pick a date to quit and stick to it (gives you time to prepare)
Get rid of all vapes
Either avoid people when they’re vaping or simply ask them not to do so around you
Live Vape Free
13-17 years of age
Free service (including counseling)
Go to quitnow.net or text “VAPEFREE” to 873-373
Can Nicotine be Addictive?
Yes, in fact it’s highly addictive, especially to adolescents
What Harmful Chemicals are Inside of Vapes?
Nicotine
Acetaldehyde (known to cause cancer)
Acrolein (herbicide used to kill weeds)
Formaldehyde (known to cause cancer)
Heavy metals (nickel, tin, lead)
Diethylene Glycol (used in antifreeze (what keeps engines from overheating) and is linked to lung disease)
What Organ is Most Affected by Vaping?
Support System
Lean on your closest friends, family members, or a trusted adult for support
Confide in those around you for encouragement
Take advantage of resources and support groups around you
True or False: It is a myth that Nicotine can lead to other addictions
False: Nicotine can lead to developments of alcohol or other substance addictions later in life
5 Reasons Why Teens May Vape
To experiment or convenience
Peer pressure
It seems “cool” or “trendy”
Flavorings
To relax or deal with stress/tension
What can Vaping do to the Lungs?
Popcorn Lung: resulting from the use of diacetyl in e-liquid (enhances taste) causing inflammation and permanent scarring in small branches of airways ; symptoms include: coughing, wheezing, chest pain, shortness of breath
Lipoid Pneumonia: result of inhaling oily substances found within e-liquid ; symptoms include: chronic cough, shortness of breath, coughing up blood, blood-tinged mucus
Collapsed Lung
Change in Habits
Avoid triggers that may cause you to vape (whether that be a show, social media, people around that you know vape, etc)
Anytime you feel the urge to, chew gum or drink for a water bottle in order to avoid vaping
Prepare for if someone asks if you want to vape
Pick up new (mediation, journaling, a new sport, reading, etc)
How Long Does it Take Nicotine to Reach the Brain?
8 seconds
Around How Many Teens Vape Per Year?
2.55 million middle and high schoolers
Long-Term Effects of Vaping
Breathing problems
Lung damage
Asthma
Impact on brain development
Some chemicals in e-cigarettes are known to cause cancer
Why is it Important to Switch up your Daily Routine When Quitting?
So that you can keep your mind distracted from the urge to vape, and so that you can have a new outlet for your stress and anxiety
Parents Against Vaping E-cigs (PAVE)
Provides resources and information to parents to help the youth quit and see the dangers of vaping
Helps to mobilize parents to fight against vaping in teens
What are Some (or just one) Effects of Nicotine?
Risk for Heart Attack
Damage to the lungs
Increased blood pressure
Increased risk for cardiovascular diseases
True or False: Vaping is a better alternative for smoking cigarettes.
False: people who vape are 3 times more likely to smoke cigarettes, and about 20 cigarettes are equivalent to an average vape pod
Effects on Mental Health
Higher levels of anxiety
Worsened symptoms of depression
Increased symptoms of ADHD
Impacts self-control and attention span
How Long do Withdrawal Symptoms Last?
Depends from person to person, but it generally takes 3-4 weeks, the first week is typically the hardest so you’ll ready need to depend on your support system
Not For Me
Created by the American Lung Association
6-week program including several self-paced videos (education, plans, tips)