Addiction: Vaping by Jugaad Khara

Short/ Long Term Effects of Vaping

jugaad_khara — 2024-05-16 20:52:24 UTC

Short-term effects that people may experience include dry mouth, throat irritation, coughing, and increased heart rate.

Long-term side effects can include lung damage, respiratory issues, and addiction to nicotine. Though research is still ongoing on potential effects since vaping is still pretty new.

Types/Flavouring of Nicotine

jugaad_khara — 2024-05-16 20:52:59 UTC

There are many different types of nicotine. Including freebase nicotine, nicotine salts, and menthol nicotine. Freebase nicotine is the most common form found in traditional cigarettes and many e-liquids. Nicotine salts, are a more recent development in the vaping industry. They are known for providing a more smoother hit, and faster nicotine absorption compared to freebase nicotine.

Flavours of nicotine can mask the harm, and makes it easier to be consumed in large amounts due to the appeal. Many Flavoring chemicals used in vapes have harmful effects when inhaled.

Age Demographic (Teens & Adults)

jugaad_khara — 2024-05-16 20:53:25 UTC

Vaping rates among teens have been a concern in recent years, with significant numbers of high school students reporting e-cigarette use, its important to note that not all vape users are teens. Adults also engage in vaping for various reasons, including alternative to traditional smoking. In recent years 30% of youth aged 15 to 19 years and nearly half (48%) of young adults aged 20 to 24 years reported having tried vaping in their lifetime. The main age demographic of users is between 16-24 years old.

Effects on the brain

jugaad_khara — 2024-05-16 20:53:42 UTC

Vaping can have various effects on the brain, especially among young people whose brains are still developing. It can alter brain development, affecting attention, learning, and impulse control. It can also increase the risk of developing addiction. It can also impact memory and cognitive function of the brain.

Treatment/Recovery

jugaad_khara — 2024-05-16 20:53:59 UTC

Recovery from all substances can be difficult and gut-wrenching. Seeking professional help from healthcare providers such as doctors or counselors, can provide guidance, support, and treatment. Reaching out to someone you trust/cares about you is the most brave step towards recovery. Some alternatives people use to quit vaping include nicotine gum, or nicotine pouches. Though these can also be harmful it is a good step towards fully coming clean from nicotine use.