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.

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Science Insights
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2024-10-28
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https://doi.org/10.15354/si.24.op199
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Smoking Behavior and Cessation
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E-Cigarettes in Children and Adolescents: The Snake in the Grass

Kenji Sonobe
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E-Cigarettes in Children and Adolescents: The Snake in the Grass

Kenji Sonobe
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Abstract

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.

Science InsightsVol. 45(4)
Hiroshima University (JP)
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Smoking Behavior and Cessation
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