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Early Nicotine Vapor Exposure Increases Nicotine Seeking Later in Life, UTEP Study Finds

Early Nicotine Vapor Exposure Increases Nicotine Seeking Later in Life, UTEP Study Finds
Date: Aug. 26, 2026

EL PASO, Texas (Aug. 26, 2026) – Nicotine vaping during adolescence may leave a lasting imprint on the brain's reward system, driving nicotine-seeking behavior well into adulthood even after long stretches without any exposure, according to new research led by scientists at The University of Texas at El Paso.

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