tobacco use

Examines some of the reasons why teenagers smoke, and discusses strategies for reducing or preventing teenage smoking.

Discusses the social and medical aspects of smoking, its hazards for health, and ways to stop smoking.

Discusses the influence of smoking advertisements on television, film, and other types of popular media, covering the way tobacco companies reach smokers and potential new customers with savvy marketing efforts, and the work done by antismoking advocates.

Discusses addiction to cigarettes, how it is encouraged by advertising, the physiological damage it can cause, reasons to avoid starting, and ways to quit.

Examines the history and current status of cigarettes and smokeless tobacco and provides an action guide for staying smoke-free.

Offers teens an overview of the many dangers associated with smoking, urging them not to smoke and offering help to those who want to quit.