Teen use of Hookah pens is on the rise. Students are able to purchase them online or in many stores without having to show identification. Many teens have been smoking Hookah because they believe that it is safer than cigarettes or marijuana. Unfortunately they are wrong. It is just as dangerous and might be more dangerous.
Michael Rubino, Ph.D, MFT says the following about Hookah pens...However, the Hookah pipe can be used for smoking more than Hookah. The teens are combining Hookah with marijuana to get high. Now that there is a Hookah pen, or vaporizer pen, teens can easily take this to school and smoke during class. As a parent you may want to discuss Hookah with your teen and see what they know or don't know. You may want to discuss the pros and cons too. Also remind them if they get caught with the pen on campus, they are violating Education Code.
It is important as parents to talk to your children about the dangers of Hookah pens, as well as be aware of change in behavior or sneaky behavior.
Michael Rubino, Ph.D, MFT says the following about Hookah pens...However, the Hookah pipe can be used for smoking more than Hookah. The teens are combining Hookah with marijuana to get high. Now that there is a Hookah pen, or vaporizer pen, teens can easily take this to school and smoke during class. As a parent you may want to discuss Hookah with your teen and see what they know or don't know. You may want to discuss the pros and cons too. Also remind them if they get caught with the pen on campus, they are violating Education Code.
It is important as parents to talk to your children about the dangers of Hookah pens, as well as be aware of change in behavior or sneaky behavior.