Analyzing the Effect of Vaping Use in Teens: A Literature Review and Proposed Solutions

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2021-03-31

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Ajayi, D., Fuchs, B., & Reiss, D. (2021). Analyzing the Effect of Vaping Use in Teens: A Literature Review and Proposed Solutions. Journal of Student Research, 10(1).

Abstract

Teenage vaping is a major public health issue that is emerging globally. This review article examines what influences teens to use electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) and vapes, including families, communities, social media, and brand marketing. Nicotine, a common component of e-cigarettes and vapes, is addictive, and teens who are using these products are starting to report negative health outcomes. After a review of the current literature, three recommendations/solutions are proposed to combat this public health issue. As teen e-cigarette use is on the rise, it is clear that the FDA and the federal government need to enforce tougher regulations on e-cigarette and vaping brands, teens need to be properly educated about these products that are on the market, and advertisements for these products need to be regulated.

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Partial funding for Open Access provided by the UMD Libraries' Open Access Publishing Fund.

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