Center for Tobacco Independence

The use of ENDS has increased significantly among adolescents and young adults in the past several years. Reasons for this increase include the use of flavoring, social acceptability among peers, widespread advertising and misconceptions about the safety of these products. This session will highlight the current landscape of product use locally and nationally.  The session will also include evidence-based or informed prevention and treatment strategies for use in the school and community setting. Presenter: Victoria Hynes, Program Manager, MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence

This webinar addresses the challenges presented when treating patients with tobacco use disorder who are also cancer survivors. Topics covered include the prevalence and negative impact of tobacco use, basic neurobiology of substance use disorders, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions, and pharmacotherapy. Presenter: Edward Perka Jr, Tobacco Treatment Educator, MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence

Electronic Nicotine Delivery systems also known as ENDS, have notable implications for youth, predominantly as youth are vulnerable to the long-term effects of nicotine dependence.  However, work still needs to be done to determine best practices for youth treatment.  Through discussing treatment strategies and exploring case studies, this webinar will share various approaches for treatment for youth who are addicted to nicotine, or show signs of nicotine addiction, as well as resources available for youth, young adults, and those working in the healthcare…