teen vaping

In this episode, Dr. Wayne Thornburg, D.O, Emergence Health Network Chief Medical Officer speaks about Substance-Use Disorders, the substance abuse connection to mental health and recovery, the warning signs for loved ones, and advice on how you can help them.

Also discussed, what to expect if you are personally dealing with addiction, the real truth behind recovery, and the one action you take to double your success to recovery. 

Plus, we also discuss teenage vaping and the truth behind these smoking alternatives. Why they may be more harmful than you imagine. Thank you for listening!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I grew up in a day and age where commercials and ads trumpeting the joys of smoking tobacco were everywhere. News broadcasts and television shows often included the camera catching the smoky haze of cigarettes smoldering in ash trays or from a smoker’s exhale. It wasn’t until 1966 that the surgeon general’s warnings first appeared on cigarette packages. In 1970, cigarette commercials were banned from tv and radio. Smoking was banned on domestic flights in 1988. We’ve come to understand that smoking is both addictive and dangerous. The latest numbers on teens and smoking from the annual Monitoring the Future Survey found that youth cigarette smoking dropped to record lows, with 4.1% of high school seniors reporting cigarette use in the past month. But vaping rates continue to be high, with almost 1 out of five high school seniors reporting vaping nicotine in the last month. Parents, educate your kids to the dangers of smoking and vaping.

Navigate the murky waters of youth addiction with Dr. Audrey Freshman, a beacon of expertise in the realm of substance use disorders. As the Chief Executive and Clinical Director of the New York Center for Living, her rich tapestry of experience encompasses groundbreaking work at the NYS Psychiatric Institute and pivotal roles in influential NYS OASAS programs. This episode dives deep into the alarming surge of vaping among adolescents, understanding its allure and its dangers. Dr. Freshman also elucidates the intricate ties between intergenerational PTSD and addiction susceptibility. Drawing from her extensive research, publications, and hands-on practice, she unveils crucial insights for parents, educators, and anyone committed to safeguarding our youth. Equip yourself with knowledge, awareness, and strategies for confronting one of today's most pressing challenges.

Don't forget to follow us on social media @nexttomadison and follow our host @realmadisonmalloy