E-Cigarettes in Children and Adolescents: The Snake in the Grass
E-cigarettes, once touted as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes for adult smokers, have rapidly gained popularity among a younger demographic - children and adolescents. The allure of sleek designs, enticing flavors, and perceived social acceptance has made these electronic devices like a snake in the grass, silently creeping into the hands of youth across the globe. However, this burgeoning trend comes with a host of concerning implications, from the potential health risks associated with vaping at a young age to the insidious marketing tactics employed to target this vulnerable population.
Authors
- Kenji Sonobe
Institutions
- Hiroshima University (JP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Science Insights
- Published
- 2024-10-28
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.15354/si.24.op199
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Smoking Behavior and Cessation
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.33