UK Generational Tobacco Ban: Effectiveness Debated, Support Remains
Summary
The author discusses the UK's proposed generational tobacco ban, acknowledging its potential ineffectiveness but expressing personal support for the measure. The piece contrasts current societal views on smoking with past attitudes, noting children's exposure to AI and internet-based learning.
Why it matters
This piece highlights a societal shift in public health policy and attitudes towards harmful substances, offering a perspective on how future regulations might be shaped by evolving social norms and technological exposure.
Original post by Jessica Hamzelou
"As the parent of two little girls, I often think about how their childhood is different from mine. The seven-year-old is learning about AI at school. The five-year-old is given internet-based homework every week. And they are both absolutely repulsed by the idea of smoking. That…"
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