More Risks for Teenage Smokers

Smoking is not just a problem for parents, teachers, and doctors for their kids between 12 to 17 years old. According to US research, there is a 59% probability that teens from this age group has the tendency to drink and use drugs.

US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration conducted a research regarding this matter. The result states that teenagers who started smoking early are more prone to depression and anxiety disorders and more susceptibility to cardiovascular diseases, post traumatic disorder, and panic attacks.

Aside from the dangers of the nicotine brought by cigarettes, heroin and cocaine are more likely the substances that will be used by the teenagers. Its effect can harm their mental and psychological well-being.

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