ASH Scotland launches illicit vaping youth outreach resource
ASH Scotland released a resource for youth workers to educate young people about the dangers of vaping illicit substances like Spice and THC.Summary
ASH Scotland has launched a new resource, “Understanding illicit substance vaping,” aimed at supporting youth workers in Glasgow to address the increasing prevalence of young people vaping illicit substances. The briefing provides up-to-date information on how young people access vapes and details the risks and side effects associated with vaping substances such as Spice and THC. It incorporates insights gathered from young people across Scotland through ASH Scotland’s Youth Conversations Hub. Sheila Duffy, chief executive of ASH Scotland, emphasized the importance of providing youth workers with “robust, evidence-based information” to empower young people to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing and promote a vape-free culture. The resource is available for download on the ASH Scotland website, and the charity is also encouraging youth workers and volunteers to join its Youth Conversations Hub.
(Source：Glasgow Times)
