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Chapter 20- Tobacco

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

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  1. 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

  2. Effects of Tobacco

  3. More Detailed map of Tobacco Effects

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. 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?

  8. 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…

  9. 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

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