What is the Big Deal About Vaping?

One of our areas of focus is to prevent and reduce youth use of e-cigarettes.

Quick facts about Vaping

• Vaping is inhaling / exhaling the aerosol (sometimes called vapor) produced by an electronic cigarette or similar device.

• E-cigs / vaping devices produce AEROSOL (not water vapor) which contains harmful substances including nicotine, cancer causing chemicals and diacetyl the flavoring linked to “popcorn lung”.

• Nicotine impacts the developing adolescent brain. Nicotine exposure in youth can lead to: lower impulse control, depression or mood disorders, disruption of the brain circuits that control learning and increased risk for future addiction to other drugs.

• E-cigs can also be used to vape other substances, like marijuana.

• Learn more:

  • Behind the Haze - Vaping Info for Teens

  • The New Look of Nicotine Addiction for Parents

  • Fact sheet from the CDC

  • Parent Guide from the Partnership for Drug Free Kids

Nicotine Addiction Withdrawal Symptoms:

• Feeling irritable, restless or jittery

• Having headaches

• Increased sweating

• Feeling sad or down

• Feeling anxious

• Feeling tired or groggy

• Having trouble thinking clearly or concentrating

• Having trouble sleeping

• Feeling hungry

• Having intense cravings for e-cigarettes/tobacco