Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers
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In Harm's Way: Health Risks of Teen Vaping
In Harm's Way: Health Risks of Teen Vaping
In Harm's Way: Health Risks of Teen Vaping
Friday 12th May 2023
Dr. Sara Polley exposes the hidden dangers of teen vaping and nicotine addiction in this episode with host William C. Moyers.
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Episode Overview
- Dr. Sara Polley outlines the risks and addictive potential of vaping among young individuals, highlighting the prevalence of nicotine dependence.
- She advocates for complete abstinence from nicotine in treatment programs and stresses the importance of addressing concurrent substance dependencies.
- Dr. Polley provides valuable insights into the impact of nicotine on the developing brain, shedding light on the long-term effects of vaping.
- She emphasises the need for comprehensive, multidisciplinary approaches for successful smoking cessation, offering critical guidance for parents and educators.
- Dr. Polley addresses the challenges of detecting and addressing teen vaping, advocating for early intervention and open dialogue with young individuals.
I think there's kind of this weird inconsistency that we've decided that nicotine is okay, but you know, cannabis is not okay. And I think that that leaves us open to a lot of patients kind of deciding that we don't know what we're talking about or kind of putting us to the side because it's a reasonable argument why is nicotine okay but cannabis is not okay?
Imagine a device that looks cool, tastes sweet, but hooks your teen on nicotine. That's vaping in a nutshell. In this eye-opening episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery', psychiatrist Dr. Sara Polley joins host William C. Moyers to shed light on the vaping epidemic among teenagers. Marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, vapes are far from harmless. Dr.
Polley dives into the myriad health risks that come with inhaling not just nicotine, but a cocktail of other harmful chemicals. She pulls no punches in stating that no amount of nicotine is safe for young people. With over 90% of adolescent vapers showing signs of dependence, Dr. Polley underscores the urgency of addressing this issue head-on. She talks about the need for comprehensive treatment plans that advocate for complete nicotine abstinence, especially in rehab settings.
The episode also explores the challenges parents face in spotting and tackling their teens' vaping habits. From the impact on developing brains to the dangers of illicit substances often found in vapes, Dr. Polley provides a thorough examination of the problem. This conversation is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone concerned about youth health. Dr.
Polley's expertise offers valuable guidance on how to approach the topic with teens and emphasizes the importance of tailored, multidisciplinary strategies for effective smoking cessation. Tune in to understand the full scope of teen vaping and how we can protect the next generation from this growing threat.