This is the third webinar in our three-part Quit Journeys series.
Addressing tobacco use and vaping is critical to improving health and well-being of individuals and families, particularly within communities impacted by mental health and substance use challenges. Tobacco use and vaping continue to be heavily influenced by targeted marketing practices that disproportionately affect behavioral health populations and youth, making it more difficult for individuals and families to break free from nicotine dependence.
This webinar will explore how tobacco use, including vaping—affects families across the lifespan. Participants will gain insight into the physical health, emotional, and relational impacts tobacco use can have within family systems. The session will also highlight the broader influence of the tobacco industry on youth and young adults and discuss why addressing tobacco use is an important component of supporting recovery, resilience, and long-term well-being for individuals and families
Learning Objectives
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Examine the role of predatory marketing practices and how they have contributed to disproportionate tobacco use among individuals with behavioral health conditions and youth.
- Describe the barriers, challenges, and opportunities youth and young adults may experience during their tobacco and nicotine use quit journey
- Identify resources available to support youth and young adults with behavioral health conditions with addressing tobacco and nicotine use
Intended Audience
This webinar is designed for families, caregivers, peers, and professionals who support individuals who use tobacco, particularly those experiencing mental health or substance use challenges. While the webinar centers the experiences of families and loved ones, anyone interested in learning more about supporting tobacco-free recovery is welcome to attend.
We especially encourage participation from:
- Families and caregivers of individuals with mental health and substance use conditions
- Family peer specialists and peer support workers
- Mental health and substance use disorder practitioners and supportive service staff
- Community-based organizations and recovery support providers
- Public health and behavioral health professionals interested in tobacco use treatment and recovery support
