It has been demonstrated that identity change is a prerequisite to successful long-term smoking abstinence [29,30,31], and where the ex-smoker identity is disrupted, consequentially, relapse may occur [18]
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Here are some ways to foster a supportive atmosphere: Encourage open dialogue and create a safe space for your teen to express their thoughts and concerns without fear of judgment
Advertisement | page continues below So far, we know that children whose mothers use cannabis during pregnancy are more likely to: have a low birth weight, which can lead to further health problems in life, such as high blood pressure and diabetes have attention deficit problems, hyperactivity disorders (ADHD), depression, behavioural problems and difficulties with memory and problem-solving when they're older be born earlier than they should (premature birth) be small for their gestational age have problems with their sleep be exposed to cancer-causing chemicals found in tobacco smoke be exposed to THC, the psychoactive or mind-altering compound in cannabis (Anil et al 2020, Baia and Domingues 2024 , CDC 2024, Luke et al 2022, Paul et al 2021) Sadly, cannabis may also lead to an increased risk of stillbirth