It's Not Just Water Vapour
There’s more to vaping than you think.
Tools for schools
Talk To Kids
One of the best things a parent can do is talk to their kids about vaping and other substances.
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What's In Your Vape?
Did you know it’s not just harmless vapour?
Teachers, educators, and youth groups are in a unique position to provide non-judgemental information to teens and their families about youth vaping.
Here are a few things you can do:
Familiarize yourself with what vaping devices look like. They come in many shapes and sizes, some even look like a USB stick.
Talk to teens about the health risks. While we might not know a lot about the long-term risks, we do know there are chemicals in the vaping liquids and that vaping can lead to coughing, wheezing, inflammation of the lungs and an increased heart rate.
Remind teens about the dangers of nicotine. The brain is developing until around age 25, nicotine use during this time can impair the parts of the brain responsible for memory, mood, concentration, and impulse control. Nicotine is also highly addictive, and youth are particularly susceptible to becoming dependent on nicotine.
Take a look at some of these resources
BC Lung: Vaping Prevention Toolkit
Health Canada: Consider the Consequences
SACY: Substance Use Health Promotion Initiative, Vocal about Vaping