ADDICTION TO ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES
Keywords:
Electronic cigarettes, dependence, nicotine addiction, vaping, health risks, adolescents, smoking cessation, public health, vaping flavors, e-liquid, brain development, behavioral patterns, social influence, vaping devices, youth vaping, preventive measures, long-term health effects, vaping regulation, nicotine delivery systems, addiction treatment.Abstract
Electronic cigarettes, commonly known as e-cigarettes or vapes, have gained widespread popularity over the past decade as an alternative to traditional tobacco smoking. Initially marketed as a safer option and a tool for smoking cessation, e-cigarettes have attracted a diverse demographic, including young adults and even adolescents. However, recent studies have highlighted the addictive potential of these devices, raising concerns about the long-term health implications of e-cigarette dependence.References
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