May affect teens behavior, concentration, memory and their ability to learn Increases risk of low impulse control Chronic nicotine exposure may lead to insulin resistance & type 2 diabetes Inhaled nicotine increases heart rate and blood pressure Nicotine is highly addictive Nicotine acts as a gateway drug and primes the brain so things like cocaine and heroin are more rewarding Exacerbate asthma & other lung conditions Releases unsafe levels of lead, chromium, manganese, and/or nickel into the lungs & environment Increased risk of lung, bladder cancer Increased risk of heart disease Persistent cough, bronchitis, congestion/phlegm Mental Health: strong relationship between youth smoking and depression, anxiety and stress
Convenience Focus: Tools like injectors make the capsule-adding process quick and mess-free
Reasons for electronic cigarette use among middle and high school students National Youth Tobacco Survey, United States, 2016. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report 67(6): 196-200
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