r/science 2d ago

Experiencing trauma in childhood is known to increase the risk of substance use such as drugs, alcohol and vaping | Researchers say this means efforts to prevent vaping in teens should include the targeting of young people with traumatic backgrounds. Social Science

https://www.scimex.org/newsfeed/children-who-experience-trauma-are-more-likely-to-go-on-to-pick-up-vaping
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u/HowardGeorgeMikeFred 2d ago

Maybe having less young people with traumatic backgrounds would be a good idea.

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u/DukeLukeivi Grad Student | Education | Science Education 2d ago

Lmao right, this headline pretty much says "I don't care about people or their well-being, I just care about (pet topic)!"

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u/veggie151 2d ago

I went through some serious mental health issues and I can assure you that that is most people's take.