Even when feeling peer pressure, keep in mind that it is only you who has to live with the consequences of what you use. Your friends should accept you for who you are! Be informed about the negative effects before making a choice.
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I accept
I hesitate
I refuse
I accept
You cough a little, but you think it’s pretty good! One of your friends also offers you a used vape to buy. Everyone in the group likes it, and it’s easy to hide while at school.
What will you do next time?
I take it
Because I want to be accepted by the group
Because it tastes good and it's safe
Because it's cool and legal
I don't take it
Because it goes against my values
Because it's unhealthy for my body
Because it's illegal
I hesitate
Your friends tell you it’s all good and there’s nothing to worry about! They also say smoking once cannot do you any harm, you could take a low dose with or without nicotine.
You feel like it would help you fit in with the group. It wouldn’t be fun to not hang out with your friends anymore.
What do you do?
I give in
I still refuse
I refuse
I don't take it
Because it goes against my values
Because it's unhealthy for my body
Because it's illegal
I take it
Because I want to be accepted by the group
I take it
Because it tastes good and it's safe
Wrong!
The risks associated with long-term use of vaping products have not yet been determined. Such use may aggravate or cause various lung problems (irritation, asthma, more frequent flu, etc.).
The harmful effects of nicotine are well known (impaired brain development, memory and concentration problems, rapid onset of physical and psychological dependence).
It can be very difficult to break a nicotine addiction. Pay attention to the dosage, in some cases a single puff is the equivalent of several cigarettes!
See the next situationI take it
Because it's cool and legal
The purchase and sale of tobacco vaping products are illegal for people under 18 years old! Offenders are subject to a fine. However, although possession is not illegal for people under 18 years old, tobacco products are nonetheless prohibited in schools.
See the next situationI don't take it
Because it goes against my values
Staying true to your values is essential to being an authentic person. Being part of a group of friends doesn’t mean you have to change. Stay true to yourself and make the right choice!
See the next situationI don't take it
Because it's unhealthy for my body
That's right!
The risks associated with long-term use of vaping products have not yet been determined. Such use may aggravate or cause various lung problems (irritation, asthma, more frequent flu, etc.).
The harmful effects of nicotine are well known (impaired brain development, memory and concentration problems, rapid onset of physical and psychological dependence).
It can be very difficult to break a nicotine addiction. Pay attention to the dosage, in some cases a single puff is the equivalent of several cigarettes!
See the next situationI don't take it
Because it's illegal
The purchase and sale of tobacco vaping products are illegal for people under 18 years old! Offenders are subject to a fine. However, although possession is not illegal for people under 18 years old, tobacco products are nonetheless prohibited in schools.
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