Welcome to Teen Smoking

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The purpose of this Web site is to inform and educate the public on the hazards teen smoking can have on their health, and help families who may need help with a teen smoking issue. Articles include the effects, statistics, causes, and warning signs of teenage smoking. Also, tips on prevention and treatment of adolescent tobacco use, including smokeless tobacco and cigarettes. Our goal is to help prevent tobacco use amongst teenagers, and encourage teens to quit smoking through smoking cessation programs.


Is Smoking a Gateway Drug?
Is smoking a gateway drug? Parents who worry about their kids picking up a smoking habit may wonder about the answer to this question. Many drug and substance abuse researchers have asked is smoking a gateway drug for decades wondering if their is a link between smoking and drug use.
Teenage Smoking Prevention
Teenage smoking prevention isn't easy. Statistics say 1 in 2 teens have tried some form of tobacco, cigarettes being the most popular form. Learn about national efforts to prevent teen smoking and what parents can do to help prevent adolescent smoking.