The doctor spoke about the dangers of smoking vapes for the development of the brain in adolescents

When a teenager smokes vape, he harms his health: the normal development of the brain is disrupted. About the dangers of vaping for teenagers on June 26, "Gazeta.Ru" was told by psychiatrist, narcologist, president of the Independent Narcological Guild Ruslan Isaev.

"Today, up to half of children are addicted to vaping and gadgets. According to the Ministry of Health, teenagers make up about 90% of e—cigarette users in Russia," the narcologist cited statistical data.

Isaev spoke about the harmful effects of vaping with nicotine on all human body systems, including brain function.

"It is worth considering the negative impact on the brain, since it is formed later than other organs. This is especially true of the parts of the frontal lobe responsible for volitional qualities, self-control and other important functions. <...> By the age of 20-30 [from vaping], a person may develop various mental illnesses," the psychiatrist described the consequences.

Isaev stressed that vaping can also lead to blood pressure spikes and strokes.

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Earlier, on May 27, pulmonologist Vyacheslav Ovechkin talked about ways to ease the first days of quitting smoking. Qualified psychological help, support from loved ones and an active lifestyle will help overcome the barrier.