Aubrey, Allison. (February, 2020.) “Parents: Teens Are Still Vaping, Despite Flavor Ban.
Here’s
What They’re Using.” Shots. Retrieved From
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/02/17/805972087/teens-are-still-vaping-flavors-t
hanks-to-new-disposable-vape-pens
In the article, “Parents: Teens Are Still Vaping, Despite Flavor Ban. Here’s What They’re Using.”
Allison Aubrey asserts that even though our president raised the age for vaping people still
vape. He backs up this claim by doing the following: first she tells us about the history behind
the problem; next, she tells us about the new products; lastly, she discusses the new problems.
Aubrey appears to write in hopes of raising awareness of the teen vaping issue. Because of the
author’s formal tone, it seems as if she is writing for a concerned adult audience.
Children’s Hospital Colorado. “The Truth About Teen Vaping.” Children’s Hospital Colorado.
Retrieved from
https://www.childrenscolorado.org/conditions-and-advice/parenting/parenting-articles/teen-vapin
g/
In this article, “The Truth About Teen Vaping.” Children’s Hospital Colorado asserts that there
are real issues that come with teen vaping. They back up this claim by doing the following: first
they talk about what health risks there are, then they talk about what e-cigarettes are, and lastly
they talk about the steps they are taking to resolve the issue. The Children’s Hospital of
Colorado appears to write in hopes of sharing the risks that come with teen vaping. Because of
the author’s formal tone, it seems as if they are writing for a curious and mature audience.
Hull, Megan. (2020.) “The Rise of Teen Vaping.” The Recovery Village. Retrieved From
https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/teen-addiction/drug/teen-vaping/#gref
In this article, “The Rise of Teen Vaping.” Megan Hull asserts that there is an increase in the
amount of teens who vape. She backs up this claim by doing the following: first she discusses
the differences between regular cigarettes and e-cigarettes; then she discusses nicotine
addiction, and statistics about teens. Megan Hull appears to write in hopes of showing the true
effects of nicotine. Hull appears to write in hopes of showing what nicotine can do. Because of
the author’s formal tone, it seems as if she is writing for a young and confused audience.
JUUL. “Underage Youth Prevention.” Retrieved From https://www.juul.com/youth-prevention
In this article, “Underage Use Prevention.” JUUL asserts that there are several teens who use
their products. They back up their claim by doing the following: first they discuss their plans to
build a new program; then they discuss the timeline of their actions; and lastly they leave a
statement of their true intentions. JUUL appears to write in hopes of showing that they are trying
to fix the problem. Because of the formal tone the author seems to be writing for a frustrated
and concerned audience.
Kaplan, Shelia. (January, 2020.) “Teens Find a Big Loophole in the New Flavored Vaping Ban.”
New York Times. R etrieved from
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/31/health/vaping-flavors-disposable.html
In the article, “Teens Find A Big Loophole in the New Flavored Vaping Ban.” Shelia Kaplan
asserts that there are new devices for teens to fuel their nicotine addiction. She backs up her
claim by doing the following: first by describing the recent ban; then she talks about the new
device; and lastly they discuss the F.D.A’s final policy. Kaplan appears to write in hopes of
showing that she can shed light on the new plans teens have in store. Because of the formal
tone the author seems to be writing to a worried audience.
Martinelli, Katherine. “Teen Vaping: What You Need to Know.” Child Mind Institute, Retrieved
From https://childmind.org/article/teen-vaping-what-you-need-to-know/
In the article, “Parents: Teens Are Still Vaping, Despite Flavor Ban. Here’s What They’re Using.”
Katherine Martinelli asserts that e-cigarettes are becoming more common amongst young
people. She backs up her claim by doing the following: first by describing what a JUUL is; then
by describing how to talk to your children about vaping; and lastly by describing how parents
can educate themselves. Martinelli appears to write in hopes of relieving parents from having
the hardships of a teen who vapes. Because of the formal tone the author seems to be writing to
a learning audience.
Smoke Free Teen. “Vaping Addiction and Nicotine Withdrawal.” Retrieved from
https://teen.smokefree.gov/quit-vaping/vaping-addiction-nicotine-withdrawal
In the article, “Vaping addiction and Nicotine Withdrawal.” Smoke Free Teen asserts that
nicotine is highly addictive. They back up their claim by doing the following; first by talking about
nicotine addiction; then by talking about nicotine withdrawal symptoms; and lastly by discussing
how to manage nicotine withdrawal. They seem to be writing in hopes of helping those
struggling with a nicotine addiction. Because of their tone the authors seem to be writing to a
fearful audience.
Turner, Terry. (March, 2020). “How Juul Created a Teen Vaping Epidemic.” Drug Watch.
Retrieved From https://www.drugwatch.com/featured/juul-created-teen-vaping-epidemic/
In the article, “How Juul Created a Teen Vaping Epidemic.” Terry Turner asserts that there is a
teen vaping epidemic and it is worsening by the second. He backs up his claim by doing the
following: talking about what tobacco researchers did; then talking about how the company,
JUUL targeted the youth; and lastly by talking about how the company is keeping their ads
going. He seems to be writing in hopes of exposing the JUUL company. Because of his tone the
author seems to be writing to an audience who is lost.
Tobacco Free Kids, “E-Cigarettes: Flavored Products Fuel A Youth Epidemic.” Retrieved From
https://www.tobaccofreekids.org/what-we-do/industry-watch/e-cigarettes
In the article, “E-Cigarettes: Flavored Products Fuel A Youth Epidemic.” Tobacco-Free Kids
asserts that e-cigarettes are starting a youth epidemic. They back up their claim by doing the
following: first by talking about the most used products; then by talking about the health risks;
and lastly by talking about the varieties in flavor. They appear to be writing in hopes of showing
the world what is really going on. Because of their tone the author seems to be writing to an
oblivious audience.
Tobacco Free Kids, “JUUL and Youth: Rising E-Cigarette Popularity.” Retrieved from
https://www.tobaccofreekids.org/assets/factsheets/0394.pdf
In the article, “JUUL and Youth: Rising E-Cigarette Popularity.” Tobacco-Free kids assert that
Juul is a popular product. They back up their claim by doing the following: first by showing what
a JUUL is; and then they talk about the amount of JUUL use amongst the younger generations;
and lastly by discussing the youth-friendly marketing launch. They appear to be writing in hopes
of showing the world what JUUL is. Because of their tone they appear to be writing to an
audience who isn’t up to date with the recent JUUL concerns.