General Discussion 2026

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New Article: Why Are Nicotine Pouches So Popular With Teens?

Teen nicotine pouch use is rising, but what's driving it?

The latest research points to several factors:

• Easy to hide
• Appealing flavors
• Social media exposure
• "Tobacco-free" marketing
• Perceived lower risk

The product may be different, but the nicotine addiction is the same.

https://www.killthecan.org/why-are-nicotine-pouches-popular-with-teens/

What do you think is the biggest reason nicotine pouches have become so popular with younger users?

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Asking For Help https://www.killthecan.org/asking-for-help/ by @Greg5280

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The Hidden Can https://www.killthecan.org/the-hidden-can/

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Why Should I Go To a Quit Meet? https://www.killthecan.org/why-should-i-go-to-a-quit-meet/ by @ReWire

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The Stages of Accountability https://www.killthecan.org/sirderek-explains-the-stages-of-accountability/ by @SirDerek

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Fear – Our Approach and Mindset When Quitting Tobacco https://www.killthecan.org/fear-our-approach-and-mindset-when-quitting-tobacco/ by @bronc

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Teen nicotine pouch use nearly doubled in just one year, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.


While vaping declined, overall youth nicotine use remained surprisingly stable.


Here's what parents, coaches, and educators need to know:


https://www.killthecan.org/teen-nicotine-pouch-use-nearly-doubled/

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Why Should You Continue To Post After HOF? https://www.killthecan.org/why-should-you-continue-to-post-after-hof/ by @chris2alaska

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A KTC forum member shares an honest review of using Chantix during his quit journey.

Read more: https://www.killthecan.org/chantix-does-it-work-for-dippers/

Have you used Chantix to quit smokeless tobacco? Tell us about your experience below.

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Superhero – Freedom Is So Obtainable https://www.killthecan.org/superhero-freedom-is-so-obtainable/ by @wastepanel

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Have a Plan https://www.killthecan.org/have-a-plan/

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How Long Should I Stay On KTC? When To Leave? https://www.killthecan.org/how-long-should-i-stay-on-ktc-when-to-leave/

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A Small Amount of Work https://www.killthecan.org/a-small-amount-of-work/ by @klark

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Trying Isn’t Worth It… https://www.killthecan.org/trying-isnt-worth-it/

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The Caver – All Groups Have Them https://www.killthecan.org/the-caver-all-groups-have-them/