Huberman Lab Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher: Vaping, Alcohol Use & Other Risky Youth Behaviors
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Apr 22, 2024 
Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher, a Stanford expert in adolescent medicine, shares insights on the alarming rise of vaping and its dangers for young brains. She discusses the unique social pressures teens face, fueled by social media, making it hard to quit. The conversation also delves into other risky behaviors like alcohol use and the impact of peer influence. Dr. Halpern-Felsher offers strategies for parents and educators to communicate effectively with youth about making healthier choices and addressing addiction.
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Adolescence: A Time of Exploration
- Adolescence, from age 10 to the mid-20s, is a period of exploration and development, marked by puberty, emotional changes, and social pressures.
- Parental influence remains important, though peer relationships gain significance as teens seek autonomy and self-discovery.
Impact of Parental Conflict
- Parental conflict, not divorce itself, negatively impacts adolescent well-being, potentially leading to social anxiety, depression, and self-medication.
- Good parenting involves monitoring, knowing a teen's friends, and being present during discretionary hours.
E-Cigarette Use in Teens
- While teen smoking rates have decreased, e-cigarette use has risen dramatically, particularly between 2017 and 2019, with use declining slightly since the pandemic.
- Schools report much higher e-cigarette use (40-60%) than national data (10%), indicating a possible discrepancy in reporting.