VAPING

(WHY YOU SHOULDN'T)


WHAT IS VAP NG?
The inhalation of a vapour
created by an electronic
cigarette is known as vaping.
The liquid heated into a vapour
found in an e-cigarette may
contain harmful drugs and
chemicals such as nicotine.
Vaping is most common in youth
and young adults. Most vapers,
underage or not, may experience
and develop addiction, anxiety,
depression, and severe lung
damage over time.
MYTH BUSTER!
Myth #1: "Vaping is safer than smoking cigarettes."
This is false! Though vaporizers are less
harmful than cigarettes, this does not mean that
they are safe. They still contain multiple
harmful chemicals that may seriously affect your
memory and concentration.
Myth #2: "Vapes only produce water vapour."
They do not produce water vapour. Vapes
produce an aerosol packed with chemicals that
does not benefit you or your health. Inhaling
these chemicals will lead to lung damage.
Myth #3: "Vaporizers don't contain nicotine."
While some vaping liquids claim to be
nicotine-free, you can never be 100% certain.
More than half of the vaping liquids in Canada
labelled as "nicotine-free" were found to
actually contain nicotine. Most vapes contain
more nicotine than cigarettes.
Myth #4: "Vaping helps relieve stress."
This is not true! According to most e-
cigarette users, vaping had a negative impact on
their lives. It made them feel more stressed,
anxious, and depressed.
Myth #5: "Vaping is not bad for you."
Vaping can cause many serious health
issues. One vape containing nicotine can equal
50 cigarettes. Using a vape can alter your brain
because it contains harmful drugs and chemicals,
so it is especially not safe for younger users.
HELPING YOURSELF
If you are struggling with substance abuse,
specifically with vaping, there are a couple ways
to help yourself with nicotine withdrawal. The
reason most people vape is because of stress. To
help quit, start by trying to find different
solutions to your stress. Exercise often to crush
your nicotine cravings and recover from the
damages of vaping. Talk to someone you trust, a
friend or a family member, and find the
motivation to quit. If you do not have anyone you
trust by your side, call an expert.
HELPING A FRIEND
If you know a friend or family member
struggling to quit vaping, here are some helpful
tips. First, ask them how they are and talk to them
about their addiction if they are comfortable and
not sensitive to the topic. Remind them that you
are there for them and remain positive. Meet up
and hang out at vape-free places to limit how
much they vape in a day. Be active and encourage
them to quit. Encourage them to dispose of their
vapes. Recommend an expert to them if they have
trouble opening up to you.