Understanding vaping behavior and its effects on adolescents
Project 1 - Vaping Behavior, the Emergence of Dependence, and Well-being
This study looks at how vaping affects young people aged 12 to 20, focusing on how often and how much they vape, and how it might lead to dependence and impact their overall health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wake Forest University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Winston-Salem, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11077344 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how vaping behavior among adolescents, particularly those aged 12 to 20, can lead to dependence and affect overall well-being. It focuses on the frequency and intensity of vaping during critical developmental years and explores the health impacts associated with nicotine use. By examining cognitive, emotional, and social functioning, the study aims to identify the relationship between vaping and adolescent health outcomes, providing insights for prevention strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 12 to 20 who are current or former users of vaping products.
Not a fit: Patients who are not within the adolescent age range or who have never used vaping products may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies for vaping-related dependence and better health outcomes for adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding addiction behaviors in adolescents, making this approach both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Winston-Salem, United States
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences — Winston-Salem, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Donny, Eric Christian — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Donny, Eric Christian
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.