My child vapes, what now?
Yesterday in Hengelo, parents also received information about how they can discuss the dangers of vaping with their child. Youth worker Madelon from Skillz, among others, spoke. Timing in particular is very important, she indicated. As a parent, you can sense when your child is ready for a conversation. “Say what you want to talk about and why. And be clear, open and honest.”
There is no point in getting angry, added prevention worker Kris van Mourik of Tactus addiction care. “Punishments don't help, make it a topic of discussion.”
“Should I agree with my child that he will get his driver's license if he does not vape?” a parent in the room wanted to know. “That can help,” was the answer from Van Mourik, who acknowledged that this measure had already been applied in the past to prevent children from smoking. “It is less clear for young people, because such a driver's license is still a long way away. So keep repeating it.”
