Y2Y discussed the science behind some of the risks of smoking/vaping. Most youth are aware of the dangers as we hear it all the time – even the bathrooms have signs that warn of the specific health consequences. Youth can tell you the harmful effects of smoking/vaping, even what’s in a vape cloud but it doesn’t stop many from using. Some youth have the idea that yes, this may be harmful but it won’t happen until I’m old. Some look at their families and see they have a relative who lived to their 90’s smoking everyday. Others simply believe the harmful effects won’t happen to them. What do you think? Have you heard youth share one of these perspectives? How do you help someone with this mentality to stop using?
