Electronic Cigarettes, also known as e-cigs, vapes, or pens, are battery-operated products designed to deliver nicotine, flavor and other chemicals via an aerosol that is inhaled by the user.
- Trends: Youth who vape now are more addicted than youth who vaped in the past
- Other Drugs: Vaping devices can also be used for the delivery of other drugs, such as cannabis, meth, or kratom. A significant portion of young people who vape also use cannabis. For example, one study found that 35% of current e-cigarette users aged 12-14, 51.3% of those aged 15-17, and 54.6% of those aged 18-24 also reported vaping cannabis, according to the NIH.
- Products: Most e-cigs are manufactured to look like pens, USB memory sticks or conventional cigarettes. Vapes can also be hidden in common products like hoodie strings or backpacks.