Why Kids Start Smoking

October 23, 2014 · By couponmom

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According to a study by the American Lung Association, almost 70% of adult smokers begin smoking before they turn 18. In fact, most of these kids have their first smoke when they’re only 11, and get addicted thereafter.

So why do they start?

Smoking parents
Peer pressure
Act of rebellion
Tobacco advertising targeting teens

Some companies are making a move in stopping the addiction before it starts. In an impressive stance, CVS is now forgoing $2B in revenue and stopping cigarette sales in all of its stores. To top it off, the company is also starting a campaign to help America’s 42 million smokers quit smoking.

Watch the incredible stories below and feel free to share the videos. You might just inspire someone you love to quit smoking.