Addiction psychologists from the Dutch Institute of Psychologists (NIP) are calling for an increase in the minimum age for purchasing tobacco and vaping products to 21. They cite rising smoking and vaping rates among youth as a growing concern, despite the Netherlands’ National Prevention Agreement, which aims to create a smoke-free generation by 2040.
The NIP emphasizes that vaping poses significant health risks similar to smoking and advocates for complementary measures such as public awareness campaigns, higher taxes, and stricter sales restrictions to support the age increase. The proposal is part of broader efforts to curb youth addiction and achieve the country’s public health goals.
