Despite what you may think, you have a big influence in your kids’ lives. Use it to help keep them free from addiction. Be patient and willing to listen to what your kids have to say. Starting the conversation early about vaping and tobacco products is critical to paving the way to an addiction-free future.
Because of their high-tech look, vapes and rigs don’t always look like something that should set off a red flag. That’s why schools are a hotspot for trading, buying and selling.
Most anyone can bypass age verification online, making vape shopping as simple as clicking a few buttons and hoping the mail arrives when parents aren’t home.
Even with laws in place, smoke shop clerks don’t always enforce them.
Social media accounts and advertising make vaping look cool and easy to access simply through a link in bio.
Fruity, menthol and sweet vapes have a distinct smell. Be aware of what’s happening behind closed doors.
Familiarize yourself with the appearance of common e-cigarettes and vaping devices so you’ll know if you see them pop up in your kids’ backpack or room.
Vaping can be expensive. Is your teen spending more money than usual?
Nicotine can have an immediate impact on your teen. Have you noticed increased mood swings, irritability, anxiety or impulsivity? Or even headaches and nausea.
Believe it or not, children and teens listen to their parents. In fact, studies have shown that when parents talk to their children and express a strong disapproval about vaping, they are less likely to try it. Download our conversation guide for tips and facts to help you start this important conversation with your child.
My Life, My Quit is a free and confidential tool to help teens quit vaping. Text “Start My Quit” to 36072, call 855.891.9989 or visit their site to chat with a coach. It’s your life and they’re here to help you live it your way.
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