Are You Addicted?
Nicotine is in most vapes, and it’s very addictive.
The more you vape, the more your brain and body get used to having nicotine and the harder it is to go without it. When you go without vaping the nicotine level in your bloodstream drops, which can cause unpleasant feelings, physical symptoms, and strong urges to vape. This is nicotine addiction.
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Why is Nicotine Dangerous?
Nicotine is addictive, and vaping exposes you to harmful chemicals that are known to damage health. In addition to nicotine, vape aerosol may include:
- Ultrafine particles that can be inhaled deep into the lungs.
- Flavoring such as diacetyl, a chemical linked to a serious lung disease.
- Volatile organic compounds such as benzene, which is found in car exhaust.
- Heavy metals such as nickel, tin, and lead.
Teens and young adults are especially sensitive to nicotine’s addictive effects because your brain is still developing until around age 25. This makes it easier to get hooked. Using nicotine at a young age can also rewire the brain to become more easily addicted to other drugs. Nicotine can have other long-lasting effects on brain development, making it harder to concentrate, learn, and control impulses.
Ready to Quit Vaping?
Talk with a medical provider about your vaping addiction. Those ages 13 and older can reach out to the Texas Tobacco Quitline using the phone number and website below. The support provided by the quitline can double your chances of successfully quitting.
Take actionable steps to help you quit today.