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TobaccoDrugs and Alcohol Unit
Tobacco
Processed from the leaves of tobacco plants.Tobacco is categorized into two main
categories:◦Smoked tobacco, and smokeless tobacco
Tobacco related death isthe leading preventablecause of death in theUnited States.
Smoked Tobacco
Smokeless Tobacco
http://www.tobaccofree.org/clips/VideoAddictiveness.htm
Nicotine
Nicotine is a stimulant
Responsible for the dependant-forming habits of tobacco
Our bodies naturally build up a slow tolerance, as with other substances.
Between 1998-2005, the nicotine content in cigarettes has increased an average of 1.6% every year.
NicotineMore nicotine in tobacco… What does that
mean?◦Quicker addiction and dependency for new
tobacco users.◦Stronger dependence and biological
need/craving.◦More nicotine, causing more harm to your body
every time you use tobacco.◦Increased tobacco prices.
Fast Facts about Tobacco Use
Between 17-20% of High school students smoke
Between 11-15% of High school students use smokeless tobacco (chew, snuff)
Tobacco kills 443,000 every year in the United States (accounts for 1/5 of all deaths in the US)
Approximately 69% of smokers in the US say they want to quit completely.
On average, smokers die 13-14 years younger than those who do not smoke.
Healthy Lungs, non-smoker
Smoker’s Lung
Lung Cancer
Mouth Cancer
Tobacco Video
http://www.tobaccofree.org/clips/VideoSeanMarsee.htm - 8 min