How to Help Kids Stop Vaping
Vaping among teens is rising, but medication like varenicline shows promise in helping them quit, with higher success rates than other methods.Summary
Teen vaping rates are increasing, with nearly 29% of eighth, tenth, and twelfth graders vaping nicotine daily in 2024, up from 15% in 2020. Many of these young people struggle to quit despite wanting to, as nicotine harms developing brains, impacting attention, learning, and impulse control, and increasing the risk of cancer and other drug use. Research indicates that varenicline, a medication used for adult smoking cessation, is safe and effective for teens and young adults, with a 51% quit rate after 12 weeks compared to 14% with a placebo and 6% with a text-messaging service. Six months later, 28% of varenicline users remained vape-free. Alternative options like bupropion and nicotine patches may also be considered, offering fewer risks.
(Source：Newsmax)
