Teens: Learning About Vaping
What is vaping?
Vaping is the use of a device to inhale vapor that may contain nicotine, flavorings, or chemicals from
marijuana. The devices may also be called electronic cigarettes or e-cigarettes. They may look like pens or
flash drives.
Why quit?
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Vaping can cause serious lung injury. The vapor contains harmful chemicals that can damage your
lungs.
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Vaping products often have nicotine. Nicotine is addictive, and it can be hard to stop using it. It
can be harmful to kids' and teens' developing brains.
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6 ways to say no to vaping
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Look the person in the eye and say, "No thanks." Say it as many times
as you need to.
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Say why you don't want to vape. Here's an example: "If my parents find
out, they'll take my phone away."
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Walk out. It's okay to leave a party or group where vapes are being
used.
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Offer another idea. "I'd rather play video games" or "Let's listen to
some music."
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Ask for respect if they keep asking. "I don't give you a hard time, so
why are you giving me a hard time?"
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Think ahead. If you think you might go where people are vaping, don't
go. But if you do go, plan what you will do if someone offers you a vape.
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Current as of: November 15, 2023
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