Teacher Magazine (ACER)
Empowering young people to prevent e-cigarette use
Jul 19, 2023
The podcast discusses the concerns of teachers about e-cigarette use among adolescents in Australia. The Peru team shares their research project on vaping prevention and their efforts to empower students. They also talk about their innovative programs for youth health, involving the school community, lack of research on adolescent vaping, and the need for support services and collaboration.
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- A community approach involving all members of the school community is crucial to address the issue of e-cigarette use among adolescents.
- There is a need for more reliable information, stronger policies, and comprehensive knowledge to effectively prevent and address e-cigarette use among young people.
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Importance of Community Approach in Vaping Prevention
The Peru team, consisting of researchers and educators, has been conducting the Unpacking Vaping and Schools Project to address the concerns of e-cigarette use among adolescents. They emphasize the significance of a community approach, involving all members of the school community, such as parents, students, staff, and health professionals, to collectively address the issue. By including diverse perspectives and involving stakeholders in decision-making processes, more effective prevention strategies can be developed. Initiatives like Q&A sessions with parents, monthly meetings with professionals, and chemical analysis of confiscated e-cigarettes provide valuable insights and actively engage the community.
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