In school playgrounds, high school toilets and parks, one object has become ubiquitous: the electronic cigarette. Colorful, fragrant and discreet, they seem harmless. But behind its sweet vapors lies a chilling reality: more and more young people are unknowingly vaping synthetic cannabis.
This alarming situation now affects thousands of teenagers across France. What’s most worrying? They think they’re simply vaping nicotine or fruity aromas. In reality, some cartridges contain synthetic cannabinoids, powerful, unpredictable and dangerous substances. A spiral of dependence, cognitive disorders and health risks then sets in… discreetly.
Liquids spiked with synthetic drugs
Parents worry about cannabis. Yet there’s a far more vicious threat lurking in their children’s pockets. Recent analyses carried out in schools have revealed a disturbing presence of psychoactive molecules in seized e-liquids. These included synthetic cannabinoids, derived from THC but up to 100 times more potent.
Unlike natural cannabis, these substances are not plant-based. They are developed in laboratories, often in the absence of any regulations, and then mixed into e-cigarette liquids without any mention on the label. As a result, students aged 14 to 17 are inhaling ultra-potent drugs, without even realizing it.
An explosion of worrying cases in middle and high schools
Testimonies are multiplying. Dizziness, hallucinations, paranoia, cardiac malaise… Symptoms that occur after a vape session with friends. In schools, these incidents are becoming increasingly frequent.
The reason? Social networking sites, local trafficking and unregulated online stores make it possible to buy cheap , counterfeit cartridges. Young people, attracted by the “high” effects or simply curious, have no idea of the real danger. And the consequences can be dramatic: hospitalization, mental disorders, loss of control, even severe addiction after the first few uses.
Why synthetic cannabinoids are so dangerous
It’s not just a case of “stronger cannabis”. Synthetic cannabinoids are unstable, poorly dosed and manufactured without any standards. Their effect on the brain is unpredictable, and their toxicity much higher than that of natural THC. Some derivatives are even classified as narcotics in France.
In large doses, these substances can cause :
- Acute anxiety attacks
- Psychotic episodes
- Memory loss
- Tremors, vomiting, tachycardia
- A strong psychological dependency
What’s most disturbing? A teenager can vapourize this type of substance without any suspicious taste or smell. The effect comes on suddenly, without warning.
A worrying trend towards youth vaping
Behind this phenomenon lies a more global problem: the trivialization of electronic cigarettes. Young people see them as a simple gadget, far less harmful than tobacco. They are unaware that vaping can also be a gateway to harder drugs.
Some buy illegal cartridges on foreign platforms, unaware that they are contaminated with addictive substances. And the earlier young people start vaping, the greater the risk of addiction and long-term neurological damage.
Parents, educators, professionals: red alert
This scourge can no longer be ignored. Schools, families and the authorities must become aware of the scale of the problem. Raising awareness among young people, banning the use of vaping in schools, controlling sales outlets, training supervisors… all this is becoming a matter of urgency.
But above all, it’s essential to offer support solutions for young people who are already trapped in regular vape consumption, whether nicotine-based or psychoactive substances.
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Freedom from addiction: a natural, effective and painless solution
Do you want to help your teenager get out of this spiral? Do you want to stop smoking yourself, put an end to vaping, or say goodbye to another addiction like sugar,alcohol or cannabis?
Good news: there’s a natural, fast and drug-free way to free yourself from your addictions. At MyLaserTabac, we’ve developed a process based on soft laser stimulation, combined with auricular reflexology.
✅ This treatment acts directly on the nerve centers linked to addiction.
✅ It reduces cravings from the very first session.
✅ No pain, no side effects.
✅ It’s suitable for all ages.
Specialized centers, such as our anti-tobacco center in Alès, welcome consultants every week who have come to free themselves from an addiction. Whether it’s vape, traditional cigarettes, sugar or cannabis, our gentle, 100% natural method enables everyone to regain their freedom.
In conclusion
Vaping is not a toy. And when it conceals substances as powerful as synthetic cannabinoids, it becomes a real health hazard, especially for young people. Information, prevention and action are the three pillars of an effective response.
But the solution also involves support. At MyLaserTabac, we believe that everyone deserves to live a life free of addiction, guilt and suffering. Thanks to our soft laser method and ear reflexology, thousands of consultants have already said goodbye to their addictions. What if it were your turn?
