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Vaping Addiction: Support Group for Young Adults

Vaping Addiction: Support Group for Young Adults

A group to help young adults understand vaping risks, develop healthy coping strategies, and build resilience against peer pressure in a supportive environment.

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Start Date: Within next 3 months

6 weekly Zoom sessions | 75 minutes

Confidential | Small group, 6-8 people

Group Type: Support Group

Includes 3 Free Peer Calls*

Led by Clinical Psy- Saee Patwardhan

Early Bird Fee (at 50% off) - INR 2500 (India) | USD 60 (Outside India) | Get 30% off if you buy for two

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Goals of the group

The overall goals are to help young adults understand the risks and consequences of vaping, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and build resilience against peer pressure.
The group aims to foster a supportive environment where participants can openly discuss peer pressure, their challenges, learn effective strategies for quitting, and create a personalised plan to maintain a vape-free lifestyle.
By the end of the sessions, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to overcome addiction and make healthier choices.

Who is the group for?

This Group is for young adults who are struggling with vaping addiction and may feel confused or uncertain about seeking help. It targets youth who are under peer pressure and unsure whether they need support.
The group offers a safe and supportive environment for participants to explore their feelings, share their experiences, and learn how to start making more mindful choices.

Glimpse of the regime

Cluster 1: Understanding and Awareness

Session 1: Understanding Vaping and Its Effects

Key Discussion Points:

- Why vaping is appealing to young adults
- Health risks and consequences of vaping.
- Sharing personal experiences and concerns.

Activities:
- Group discussion on what attracted them to vaping.
- Reflective exercise on the impact of vaping on their lives.

Session 2: Recognizing Triggers and Building Awareness

Key Discussion Points:

- Identifying common triggers for vaping.
- Discussing environmental, social, and emotional triggers.

Activities:
- Group activity to list and share personal triggers.
- Mindfulness exercises to increase awareness of triggers.

Cluster 2: Coping and Alternatives

Session 3: Developing Healthy Coping Mechanisms

Key Discussion Points:

- Introduction to healthy coping strategies.
- Importance of replacing vaping with positive activities.

Activities:

- Brainstorming session to identify alternative coping mechanisms.
- Group exercise to create a personal plan for healthy habits.

Session 4: Peer Pressure and Making Positive Choices

Key Discussion Points:

- Understanding peer pressure and its impact.
- Strategies for resisting peer pressure.

Activities:
- Role-playing exercises to practice refusing offers to vape.
- Group discussion on personal experiences with peer pressure.

Cluster 3: Communication and Support

Session 5: Communication Skills and Seeking Support

Key Discussion Points:

-Effective communication techniques with peers and parents
-Importance of seeking support at home or with other trusted individuals.

Activities:

-Practicing communication skills through paired activities.
-Group exercise to identify support networks.

Cluster 4: Long-Term Planning

Session 6: Creating a Long-Term Action Plan

Key Discussion Points:

- Developing a personalized plan for maintaining a vape-free lifestyle.
- Discussing strategies for preventing relapse.

Activities:
- Group sharing of individual action plans.
- Feedback and support from peers and facilitators.

Learn from us & from each other

  • I've gained so much confidence and resilience through this group. I now have healthier ways to cope and the support I need to stay vape-free.

    Rithik

    Resilience and Confidence

  • Joining this group was eye-opening. The support and strategies I learned have made a big difference in my life.

    Sam

    Support and Understanding

  • This group helped me see the real risks of vaping and gave me the tools to resist peer pressure. I feel stronger and more in control.

    Alex

    Found New Strength

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What are SoulUp Groups?

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✔️ Small group, 6-8 people

✔️ Every meeting led by a world-class facilitator

✔️ Weekly 75-minute online video sessions

What happens in a group session?

While the format can vary as per topic, here’s a flow that most sessions follow

Check In. Participants check-in with each others' feelings and answer the prompt given by the facilitator if any.

Conversation. Your facilitator will guide the group through free-flowing conversation coupled with some simple exercises or activities —with the goal of sharing openly, connecting to your emotions and learning specific skills.

Check Out. Participants share what they're taking away from the session.

How is confidentiality maintained in Groups?

Confidentiality in Support Groups is maintained using secure meeting links and enabling waiting rooms to control participant access. Participants are bound by mutual confidentiality clause within the group. Also, sessions are not recorded without explicit consent.

Are Group sessions done on video?

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* Are FREE Peer calls available to everyone who signs-up for this group?

You can book 3 Peer calls for FREE as part of signing up for this group.

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