How to Know Your Child Started Smoking

Due to peer pressure or some other reason, nowadays, smoking has become a trend among many kids. And, the parents have to keep track of whether their kids have started the smoking
habit or not. It’s mainly because children are more vulnerable to the negative health effects of smoking. So, the sooner you trace it out the much safer your kid is.

The common sign that your child has started smoking is – the smell of the smoke on your child’s clothing. Don’t overreact if you find the cigarette smoke; simply ask your child about it first. Do it with a smile on your face, don’t frighten your kid.

Most of the times your child may be hanging around with smokers or simply tried a cigarette. Many kids taste a cigarette at one time or other, but they don’t become regular smokers.

Here are some other signs of tobacco use:

Anyway, we advise you not to come to a conclusion at one go without observing your kid for few days. Maintaining friendly communication is the best way to stop your kid start smoking habit.

One Response to “How to Know Your Child Started Smoking”

  1. kasam Says:
    July 25th, 2007 at 6:00 pm

    i just started smoking a few days ago and i have atleast 3 ciggaretes so how bad is my condition?

    and also how long will it take to get rid of all the smoke from my lungs?…

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