What is it?
What is nicotine?
A chemical found in tobacco that causes addiction
What does nicotine do to your heart rate?
It increases it
What is vaping?
(*Hint* Think generally)
Using an electronic device to inhale vapor with nicotine
What is peer pressure?
When people (usually the same age as you) try to influence your choices.
Myth or Fact: Nicotine helps relieve stress
Myth- It creates more stress over time
True or False: Nicotine is only found in cigarettes
False- It is also in vapes, cigars, and chewing tobacco
Name 2 parts of the body that nicotine can affect
Brain, lungs, heart, etc...
True or False: Some vape liquids contain heavy metals like lead and nickel
True
True or False: Saying "no" confidently can help stop peer pressure
True
Myth or Fact: You can get addicted to nicotine even if you only try it once
Fact
What kind of drug is nicotine?
(*Hint* Stimulant or Depressant)
A stimulant
True or False: Nicotine helps you focus long-term
False: It may seem that way short term, but it harms focus over time
Why do people think vaping is safer than smoking?
Vaping doesn't use burning tobacco, thus avoiding harmful chemicals and tar that are found in cigarettes.
(Vaping is still harmful and contains nicotine and other toxic chemicals.)
One way to say no when someone offers you a vape.
No thanks
That's not for me
Walk away
Myth or Fact: Only adults vape
Myth- Teens are more likely to vape or use e-cigs compared to adults
How does nicotine get into the body?
Through smoking, vaping, or absorbing through the mouth or skin
Why is nicotine especially harmful to teens?
It affects brain development and can make learning and memory harder
Why do vape products have flavors that taste like candy or fruit?
The flavors make the products more appealing- especially to teens
What kind of friends help you make healthy choices?
Supportive, respectful, and positive ones
Myth or Fact: Nicotine is the same as tobacco
Myth- Nicotine is one chemical in tobacco
What makes nicotine dangerous even in small amounts?
It is highly addictive and affects brain development
What is withdrawal?
Symptoms people feel when they stop using an addictive substance like nicotine
Name one harmful chemical found in vape juice
Formaldehyde, nicotine, heavy metals, etc...
Name one smart way to avoid pressure in situations where people might vape.
Make friends with people that don't use, change the subject, leave the situation
Myth or Fact: Once addicted, it's impossible to quit
Myth- It is hard but possible with help and support