New Straits Time : Six ways to stop vaping, drug addiction among school children February 6, 2025 @ 10:13am

You are required to read the article titled “Six Ways to Stop Vaping, Drug Addiction Among School Children” published in the New Straits Times. Based on the article, identify three causes (3) that lead school students to start vaping and three (3) effects of vaping among school students.

Please provide your responses in the comment section below.

https://www.nst.com.my/opinion/letters/2025/02/1171203/six-ways-stop-vaping-drug-addiction-among-school-children

 

17 Responses

  1. 3 Causes :
    1)Peer influence.
    2)Exposed by the eldest.
    3)Flavouring option.

    3 Effects:
    1)Poor academic performance.
    2)Behavioral problems in schools.
    3)Increases the likelihood of dropping out of school.

  2. Causes
    – peer influence and social pressure
    -appealing flavour and misleading presentation
    -use by family member
    Effect
    – nicotine addiction and difficulty quitting
    – negative impact on academic and mental health
    – physical health risks

  3. Causes :
    1. Peer pressure.
    2. Exposure from family members who vape at home.
    3. Curiosity

    Effects :
    1. Addiction
    2. Health Issues
    3. Drop in academic performance

  4. Three causes:
    -Vaping has marketed as a safer than smoking
    -To relief stress
    -social influence

    Three effect:
    -poor academic performance
    -can cause respiratory issues
    -a potential overdose

  5. three causes (3):
    i) often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, is far from harmless
    ii) peer influence
    iii) stress or have problems in their life

    three (3) effects :
    i) can cause severe respiratory issues, cardiovascular damage, and long-term addiction to nicotine
    ii) effects on mental and physical health, leading to impaired cognitive development and potential overdose risks
    iii) poor academic performance

  6. 3 causes
    1. Lack of awareness about the dangers of vaping.
    2. Influenced by friends or feel bored with nothing better to do
    3. Misleading ads and easy access to buy the vaping products.

    3 effect
    1. Serious health risks
    2. Addiction at young age
    3. Negative impact on academic

  7. Causes:
    1. Peer pressure – Student are easily influenced by their friends who vape leading them to try and get addicted.
    2. Easy access to vape – Vaping devices are easy to purchase to minors through online or physical stores that do not follow the regulations.
    3. Lack of awareness – Many students are unaware of the harmful health effects of vaping and thinking it is safer than smoking.

    Effects:
    1. Health problems – Vaping can causes respiratory issues and may damage lung development in teenagers.
    2. Addiction – The nicotine in vape devices is highly addictive and making it difficult to stop.
    3. Academic issues – Students who vape may do worse in school and get into more trouble because it affects their focus and behaviour.

  8. Causes:
    1. Peer Pressure and Influence
    .
    2. Misleading Marketing and Accessibility

    3. Lack of Awareness and Education
    Effect:
    1. Health Risks.
    2. Gateway to Drug Abuse
    3. Impaired Development

  9. CAUSES
    1. Peer Influence
    Many students may start vaping due to pressure from friends or the want to fit in with a particular social group.
    2. Easy Access
    The availability of vaping products through shop near schools and online platforms makes it easier for students to get them.
    3. Lack of Awareness
    Many students are unaware of the health risks with vaping

    EFFECT
    1. Addicted to Drug Use
    Early use of vaping products may lead to drug us with more harmful substances, increasing the risk of long-term addiction.
    2. Health Issues
    Vaping can lead to serious heart problems, and addiction to nicotine.
    3. Mental Health Problems
    Vaping can lead to increased anxiety, mood swings, and depression

  10. Cause:
    1. vaping often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking
    2. peer preasure and curiosity
    3. insufficient education

    effect
    1. can cause serious respitory issues
    2. poor academic performance because of addiction
    3. gateway to more dangerous drugs

  11. (three causes)
    -multiple flavors attracted
    -exposed by adult
    -social media influence

    (three affect)
    -addiction
    -health problem
    -addiction of drug use

  12. Causes
    Misleading marketing – Vaping is promoted as fashionable or harmless.
    Easy access – Vape products are sold near schools and online.
    Lack of education – Students are not fully aware of the dangers of vaping and drugs.

    Effects
    Health problems – Respiratory issues, heart damage, and addiction to nicotine.
    Poor academic performance – behavior problems.
    Gateway to worse habits – Early vaping can lead to more dangerous drug use.

  13. 1. Three Causes
    -Peer pressure
    Students are easily influenced by friends who encourage them to try vaping or drugs.
    2. Curiosity or desire to try new things
    – Many teenagers are naturally curious and want to experiment without thinking about the consequences.
    3, Emotional stress and family problems
    – Stress from school, family issues, or feeling unloved can push students to escape through vaping or drugs.

    3 Effect
    1. Poor academic performance
    – Students may lose focus, skip school, and perform poorly in exams.
    2. Health problems
    – Vaping and drug use can lead to lung damage, nicotine or drug addiction, and mental health issues.
    3. Aggressive or criminal behavior
    – Students may become violent, steal, or engage in crimes to support their addiction.

  14. Causes:
    -Peer pressure
    -Curiosity
    -Misconception that vaping is safe

    Effects:
    -Nicotine addiction
    -Lung and respiratory issues
    -Poor focus and academic decline

  15. Causes
    -Misleading promote cool vibe
    -Easy access to buy the product
    -Early education learn and parental awareness

    Effect
    -Health illness
    -Poor academic performance
    -Social impact among peer

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