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Chapter 20- Tobacco. THINK ABOUT THIS… In what ways does tobacco harm your body? What are the consequences of tobacco use? Why should you avoid this behavior and secondhand smoke? A teen who decides to start using tobacco can affect their health now and in the future
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Chapter 20-Tobacco THINK ABOUT THIS… • In what ways does tobacco harm your body? • What are the consequences of tobacco use? • Why should you avoid this behavior and secondhand smoke? A teen who decides to start using tobacco can affect their health now and in the future ¼ teens are currently using; 1 out of 3 will begin around the age of 13 6.4 million children alive today will die from a smoking related illness 87% of all cancer deaths are the result of tobacco use 90% of adults that smoke, began when they were young
Harmful Substances in Tobacco There are over 4,000 chemicals in cigarettes/tobacco that are poisonous to the human body *hydrogen cyanide, acetone, ammonia, arsenic, phenol, naphthalene (taken in in such small amounts over a period of time…it kills slowly) Other forms > Smokeless tobacco, Pipes& Cigars Smokeless Tobacco – tobacco that is sniffed through the noise, held in the mouth, or chewed *irritates the sensitive lining of the mouth and throat, causing Leukoplakia (thickened) – white, leathery-looking spots on the inside of the mouth that can develop
Harmful Substances in Tobacco • Nicotine (addictive drug) – substance that causes physical or psychological dependence…leaves of the plant *Drugs Effect…Stimulant-increases the CNS • Tar – thick, sticky dark fluid produced when tobacco burns ~destroys cilia, alveoli, lung tissue is damaged therefore reducing lung function: Emphysema Pneumonia Cancer Bronchitis Heart Disease
Carbon monoxide – colorless, odorless and poisonous gas (burned tobacco) *absorbed more easily than O2 therefore depriving the body tissues and cells of oxygen: High Blood Pressure Hardening of Arteries Heart Disease Circulatory Problems Stroke
Will you choose to be Tobacco-Free? Why do young people still smoke? • Control weight • Seem mature • Relieve stress • Peer involvement Tobacco use by youngsters has been declining… 88% High School Students in (early 2000)>65% in 2010 report from CDC Why?
Tobacco legislation (1998) • No smoking in most public places/businesses • Family values (teens whose parents avoid tobacco are more likely to not use themselves) • Positive Peers • Health Risks List 3 Strategies for Avoiding Tobacco…
Getting Help to Quit All drugs that are addictive will carry withdrawal symptoms when the drug is no longer being used *irritability, difficulty concentrating, anxiety, sleep disturbance, and cravings (relief…nicotine substitutes) How to Get Help when Quitting: • Set the date to quit • Get support & encouragement • Seek professional services • Replace tobacco with healthy behaviors