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Discuss methods of deterring teenagers from starting to smoke and include successful strategies

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This solution describes methods that can be used to deter teenagers from starting to smoke.

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Methods to deter teenagers from smoking include parents telling their teenagers that smoking is not allowed. In certain cases parental disapproval may have an impact on the teenager. Teens whose parents set the firmest smoking restrictions tend to smoke less than do teens whose parents do not set smoking limits. However they should not make threats to them regarding what would happen if they start smoking or if they do smoke they should not be given ultimatums. Parents may want to ask their teenagers how they feel about smoking. If they tell them that they are against smoking they should be applauded for that viewpoint. They should also discuss the consequences associated with smoking . Teen ...

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