What Are the Sources of Nicotine Exposure in Children?
Children and adolescents can be exposed to nicotine through various sources:
Secondhand smoke: Inhaling smoke from parents or caregivers who smoke. E-cigarettes: Also known as vaping, which has become increasingly popular among teenagers. Smokeless tobacco: Products like chewing tobacco and snuff. Nicotine replacement therapies: Misuse or accidental ingestion of products designed to help adults quit smoking.