Why Young Adults in the UK Are Still Smoking Despite Strict Bans

On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss that young people in the UK continue to smoke despite facing one of the world’s strictest smoking bans.

Vaping as a Gateway to Smoking

Examine the link between vaping and traditional smoking, and how the nicotine addiction perpetuated by both habits can undermine public health efforts.

The Illusion of Future Quitting

Discuss the common misconception among young people that they can easily quit smoking later in life, ignoring the challenges of breaking nicotine addiction.

Conflicting Messages and Public Health

Explore the discrepancies in regulations surrounding different substances, such as the ban on flavored vapes while alcohol and cannabis remain legal.


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