Addressing the Intersection of Nicotine and Youth Mental Health
The Colorado Office of School Safety is proud to share an upcoming educational opportunity hosted by @Parents Against Vaping (PAVe) and @Weill Cornell Medicine. This session focuses on how nicotine use impacts anxiety and addiction in students, offering parents and educators evidence-based strategies for support.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM ET
Location: Zoom (Online)
Cost: Free
Registration: Register Today
Key Learning Objectives
Understand the link between nicotine, stress, and youth mental health.
Identify early signs of nicotine dependence and anxiety.
Learn to talk with kids about well-being without judgment or fear.
Support student motivation to quit by addressing social pressures.
Access actionable steps to protect your family and school community.
Featured Expert
Dr. Jonathan Avery is the Vice Chair for Addiction Psychiatry at @Weill Cornell Medicine. His work focuses on clinical interventions for substance use disorders and educating providers on co-occurring mental illness.