Why People Vape
Influence from a big group.
Peer Pressure.
Describe peer pressure in terms of vaping.
An individual is encouraged by peers to vape against their will.
About how many vaping-related illness cases have occurred in the past few years?
1,299 cases.
The majority of people who have died from vaping are over what age?
Over the age 50.
Join _______ for help.
A support group.
The condition of being unable to stop a specific action or habit.
Addiction.
Describe a few reasons it may be hard to say no when your friends pressure you to vape.
They may think you're a loser. You don't want them to stop being friends with you.
How many confirmed deaths have there been in relation to vaping?
33 deaths caused directly by vaping.
What are two tactics vaping companies use that targets teens?
Colorful advertisements that make vaping seem harmless. Different flavors.
text "________" to 88709
DITCHJUUL
Teens who vape thinks it makes them _____.
Look cool.
What are some things people may say to you if they're trying to pressure you into vaping with them?
They may say "it's only this one time", "nothing is going to happen", or "don't be a loser"
What percentage of high school students have used an e-cigarette in the past 30 days?
27.5%
Are e-cigarettes a better alternative to regular cigarettes?
Yes, but they are still very harmful.
Make an appointment with a ______ to discuss ways to quit.
therapist.
As an alternative to _______.
Smoking actual cigarettes.
Can peer pressure ever be positive in regards to vaping?
Yes, if it is used to convince a friend to stop rather than make them start.
Researchers estimate about how many million adults will vape by 2021?
55 million.
Does nicotine affect brain development and other bodily functions?
Obviously, yes.
Use nicotine _____ to reduce withdrawal symptoms.
Patches
Fear of: the act of removing or taking away something.
Fear of: Withdrawal.
List 3 ways you can avoid being pressured into vaping:
1) Learn how to be assertive
2) Surround yourself with good peers/ Choose friends carefully.
3) Think ahead.
4) Fight back with positive pressure.
5) Ask for help or get out of the situation in another way.
How many smokers used e-cigarettes as a way to quit tobacco?
About 15,500.
What may happen if someone addicted to vaping suddenly stops?
They may experience withdrawal from the addictive nicotine.
Tell your ______ about your addiction, so they can help you quit.
Doctor