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XAVIER, TANIA, HARSHU & PRARTHANA PRIMARY CAPTAINS
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VAPING AND E - CIGS A new threat to the health and well - being of our young people WELLBEING TEAM
Most of us remember our teen years with the pressure to conform with our peers and to maybe try new and illegal things, as a way of claiming our need for independence and control of our lives. The use of e - cigs is on the rise among our young people and there are known and possibly unknown health risks. Its time to talk to your teen about this issue and get help if needed.
Time to Talk
Talking with teens about risky behaviours is an important way for parents/carers to help keep them safe. Parents/carers are already good at talking to their teens about alcohol, smoking and drugs. E - cigarettes should be included in the conversation. The earlier and more often you speak with young people about e - cigarettes, the more likely they are to listen. It is important for parents/carers to educate themselves, so they know the facts and what to say when the topic comes up.
Why are they bad?
Here are some key points when having the conversation with your young person:
Most e - cigarettes contain nicotine, which is highly addictive especially for teens. E - cigarettes and e - cigarette liquid may contain nicotine, even if they have been labelled ‘ nicotine free ’. One e - liquid pod can contain as much nicotine as a packet of cigarettes. Nicotine exposure during the teenage years can harm brain development, which continues until about age 25. It can impact learning, memory, and attention, and increase risk for future addiction to other drugs. Young people who use e - cigarettes may be more likely to go on to use regular cigarettes.
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STV Key Points (weblink)
• Kids Health Information : E - cigarettes and teens (rch.org.au)
Vaping and smoking is against the law in and around the school. If you need to talk to one of the well - being team staff to receive support or more information, please contact the school.
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