Study Links Teen Vaping to Increased Risk of Depression

Research from Australia's Matilda Centre shows a significant correlation between e-cigarette use and mental health issues among adolescents.

Teens with severe depression are over twice as likely to use e-cigarettes compared to their peers.
A survey of over 5,000 students aged 12 to 14 found 8.3% had tried vaping.
Students with moderate stress levels were 74% more likely to vape, and those with high stress were 64% more likely.
The study highlights the need for combined mental health support and vaping prevention strategies.
Further research is necessary to understand the causal relationship between vaping and mental health.