Chapter 21, lesson 2 objective: November 8, 2016 Bell ringer: list all of the negative effects of tobacco use that you can recall. Then write refusal statements you can use to avoid tobacco use. Chapter 21, lesson 2 objective:

Words to know Nicotine withdrawal – process that occurs in the body when nicotine, an addictive drug, is no longer used Nicotine Substitute – a product that delivers small amounts of nicotine into the users system while he or she is trying to give up the tobacco habit

Reduced tobacco use among Teens Did you know most smokers started smoking as a teen? According to Centers of Disease Control, smoking rates among teens have fallen sharply in recent years. Reports show that nationally 28% of high school students smoke. This is down from 36% in 1997. What do you think are the factors that contribute to this ongoing trend?

Reduced tobacco use among Teens Factors: Antismoking campaigns: Tobacco companies and 46 states reached a legal settlement that restricted tobacco advertising and promotion. Tobacco companies are now required to fund ads that discourage young people from smoking. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKDkDjQHPuA

Reduced Tobacco Use among Teens Factors Continued: Financial Cost: tobacco is TOO expensive Societal Pressure: Legislative acts have limited smoking in public places. What are some restaurants that are now no smoking? Family influence: Many teens avoid tobacco use because their parents strongly disapprove.

Benefits of Living Tobacco Free If you have never used tobacco or have quit enjoy so many more benefits than those that do it. Avoiding tobacco, lowers the risk of lung cancer, heart disease and stroke. It improves cardiovascular endurance and lung function… want to be a pro football player? Don’t smoke! Living tobacco free has mental, emotional, and social benefits – you have a sense of freedom because you know you are not dependent on something so addictive. What are some other great benefits for living tobacco free?

Strategies for Preventing use of tobacco The BEST way to avoid negative consequences of tobacco use is to NEVER start using tobacco products. Nearly 90% of all adult smokers started when they were teens, so if avoid tobacco use during middle school and high school. You are likely to stay tobacco free throughout your life.

Strategies for preventing use of Tobacco Choose friends who don’t use tobacco: Choose your friends wisely. Remember, if they want you to do something bad, then they are not your true friends. Avoid situations where tobacco products may be used: By staying away from situations, you reduce the chance of being pressured Practice and use refusal skills: Prepare in advance what you will say if someone offers you tobacco. Just. Say. No.

Why some Teens use Tobacco Some teens think that smoking is cool, or will help them control their weight or cope in times of stress or crisis. Other teens believe that smoking will make them seem mature and independent. But these are false.. Because smoking reduces the body’s capacity for physical activity, it may actual lead to weight gain.

Why some teens use tobacco Other reasons for teen tobacco use are peer pressure and media influences. Some teens are influenced by ads that depict tobacco use as glamorous and sophisticated.

Reasons to give up Tobacco Use Many teens who start using tobacco do decide to quit. Here are a few reasons they do: They begin to have health problems (asthma or respiratory infections) They have the desire, the will and commitment to quit They realize how expensive the habit is They realize that using tobacco can lead to other risky behaviors, such as alcohol or drugs They find it difficult to purchase since you are under 18 They realize the damaging effects of secondhand smoke and don’t want to harm family/friends

Stopping the Addiction Cycle Millions of people succeeded in the effort to quit tobacco use. Overcoming nicotine addiction can be difficult but can be done! Most who stop will experience symptoms of nicotine withdrawal. Symptoms of this are: irritability, cravings and loss of focus.

Withdrawal To relieve the symptoms of withdrawal, some people use a nicotine substitute. Many nicotine substitutes are available including gum, patches, nasal sprays, and inhalers. Nicotine gum products are OTC products – over the counter. The others require a doctor’s prescription. Users who are trying to quit should take the process one step at a time.

Getting help- Tips for quitting Here are a few tips to quip smoking: Prepare for the day! Set a target date to quit! Get support and encouragement from family and friends Identify available health-related services in your community Replace tobacco use with healthier alternatives. Sugarless gum, carrots and cinnamon sticks are great substitutes when you get the urge Change daily behavior Engage in healthful behaviors

Real-life Application How do these Ads make you feel?

Real Life Applications Use the STOP approach to help someone stop using tobacco: S= show concern. Approach the person in a caring, nonjudgmental manner. Use “I” message to let them know you care. T= take time to plan. Put your plan on paper and set a date. O= Offer support. Put the plan into action. P= Promote success. Let the person know you are proud of them for quitting. Now, write a plan that addresses each of the STOP guidelines. If you have a friend or family member who use tobacco, create the plan as If it is for that person. Make sure that your plan contains messages that promote the health benefits of stopping tobacco use. Consider the person and their feelings. Due at end of class. Turn it in to your tray.