Why people who have never smoked are getting hooked on vaping
Summary
More than one million people in the UK who have never smoked cigarettes now use vapes, according to a recent survey. Many say they started vaping due to social reasons, stress, or the habit of holding something in their hands, even though vaping contains nicotine, which is addictive.Key Facts
- Over one million UK residents who never smoked cigarettes now vape.
- Vaping was originally designed to help smokers quit cigarettes.
- Nicotine in vapes is addictive and can cause withdrawal symptoms like irritability and anxiety.
- Some people vape to manage feelings like social anxiety or stress.
- Vaping can become a regular, automatic habit connected with other activities like using phones or computers.
- Young adults, especially those aged 25-34, are the most likely to vape daily or occasionally.
- The long-term health effects of vaping are not yet fully known.
- Some experts say vaping may prevent people from starting to smoke traditional cigarettes, which are more harmful.
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