Due to changes in methodology, including differences in survey administration and data collection procedures in recent years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ability to compare estimates from 2022 with those from prior NYTS waves is limited
And the sector keeps growing: Electronic cigarette sales in the US nearly doubled to $4.5 billion in the 52 weeks ending August 24
It also provides a smoother transition for those who are worried about maintaining a high level of nicotine dependency for years after they have successfully quit smoking
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This aligns with earlier research indicating that greater exposure to health-constraining environmental features, such as alcohol and fast-food outlets, gambling venues, and poor access to greenspace is associated with higher rates of psychological distress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms in adolescents in NZ [23, 45]