Recent research shows that more 13-year-olds have tried vaping than smoking, with those having a parent who vapes or smokes being more likely to try e-cigarettes. The study also found that one-in-ten 13-year-olds have tried alcohol, with some drinking regularly. Girls were more likely to drink than boys, especially if their parents binge-drink. Additionally, the research revealed that many 13-year-olds have discussed sex and relationship issues with their parents, and some have experienced bullying behaviors. The study is part of the ‘Growing Up in Ireland’ project, which aims to monitor factors associated with substance use among children and young people in the country.
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Almost one-in-ten 13-year-olds have tried vaping
