Parents must stay informed and know what to look and listen for to keep kids safe and healthy. It helps to know some basic facts and terminology surrounding vaping and e-cigarette activity so you are able to recognize what kids are talking about, what they are involved in, and better monitor them in real-life and on social media.
Here are some terms to know:
ADV - "all-day vape" refers to a vape juice the user prefers to enjoy most often
Cloud Chasings - teens often look to produce large clouds of vapor when vaping
Vape fiend - someone who regularly seeks nicotine
Greening-Greening out-Green out - someone who has taken a large hit of THC and is experiencing dizziness, anxiety, nausea, or vomiting
Squonk or Squonker - using a vape mod that contains a bottle called a squonk that is squeezed to deliver the e-liquid
Here's what to look for:
Vapes hidden in plain sight as common household items such as: USB drives, pens, highlighters, phone cases, smart watches, asthma inhalers, lipstick tubes, clothing like sweatshirts or jackets with a vape built into hood drawstrings, backpacks with a vape that comes out of the shoulder strap.
Peer pressure can make it hard for a teen to feel comfortable saying no. But, as a parent, you can help to prevent teen vaping by being proactive.
We know teens are going to experiment, but by talking about the dangers of vaping and being a good role model to your kids, you can play a key role in helping them choose to avoid or delay trying nicotine products. Help them to build their knowledge about vaping risks. Encourage them to make decisions for themselves and not go along with the crowd. Empower them with confidence so that they will be ready to face challenges and make their own informed choices.
No comments:
Post a Comment