There are two main ways reducing cigarette use might also help curb drug use among teens, Miech said. From a social perspective, kids who smoke are likely to become friends with other smokers, who can then introduce them to use of other drugs, Miech said. Overall, the proportion of current smokers who were daily cigarette users dropped from 27% in 2011 to 18% in 2018. Light smoking – up to five cigarettes daily – became more common during the study period, while moderate smoking – six to ten daily cigarettes – declined. “Despite overall decreases in cigarette use among youth, some youth, particularly males, continue to smoke heavily,” Azagba said by email.

Source: National Post February 04, 2020 20:26 UTC