Vaping, Nicotine, and the Developing Brain
Videos are generally available for preview to non-members as short clips. Limited full-length titles are also available. Log In to view the full length title.
Browse Full-length Non-member Titles
The use of vaping devices has reached epidemic proportions among adolescents and even preteens. Many young people are unaware that most e-cigarettes contain nicotine, a highly addictive chemical that can harm brain development. In this program, diverse adolescents describe how they became addicted to nicotine as a result of vaping. A neuroscientist and physician explain how nicotine changes the adolescent brain and can harm the parts of the brain that control attention, learning, mood, and impulse control.
Media Details
Runtime: 18 minutes 1 seconds
- Topic: Counseling and Self-Help, Health and Safety, Science
- Subtopic: Drug Abuse, Physiology, Tobacco
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
- Standards:
- Release Year: 2020
- Producer/Distributor: Human Relations Media
Available Resources
Related Media

10 Reasons You Should Never Try Vaping

Alcohol, Tobacco, Marijuana

Animated Neuroscience And The Action Of Nicotine, Cocaine, And Marijuana In The Brain

Broken Lines: A Story of Addiction

CDC: Tips From Former Smokers - Anthem Ad

CDC: Tips From Former Smokers - Terrie's Ad

Chemical Highs: Flakka And The Rise Of Synthetic Drugs

Club Drugs--Dancing With Danger

Dangers In Your House

Declaration Of Independence