Nicotine Use in Teens Tied to Anxiety and Depression, New Studies Find

Andersson et al. found associations between nicotine use and anxiety, depression, sleep problems and suicidal thoughts among teenagers, with girls appearing particularly vulnerable. Image credit: Roland Mey.

In three new studies, researchers at the University of Gothenburg have found that adolescents who use nicotine — including e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches — report more mental health symptoms than peers who don’t, with girls showing the strongest effects.

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