Flavored vapes may boost addiction by altering brain activity

NCT ID NCT05836051

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study looked at whether flavor chemicals in e-cigarettes can make them more addictive by changing brain function. 36 adults who regularly use tobacco products took part. Researchers measured brain activity and puffing behavior to understand how flavors influence addiction risk.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Penn State Health

    Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, United States

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