專家警告智慧型電子煙裝置會增加成癮風險
Experts warn smart vaping devices increase addiction risks
Updated at: September 27, 2026 at 04:00 AM
健康專家對於新一代的「智慧」電子煙設備發出警訊，這些設備的功能早已遠超單純的尼古丁傳輸。
Health experts are raising alarm over a new generation of 'smart' vaping devices that go far beyond simple nicotine delivery.
這些精密的電子裝置整合了觸控螢幕、藍牙等數位功能，甚至內建像是俄羅斯方塊或虛擬寵物等需要透過「餵食」來互動的遊戲。
These sophisticated gadgets integrate digital features like touchscreens, Bluetooth, and even built-in games such as Tetris or virtual pets that require interaction to 'feed.'
透過結合遊戲化與財務激勵措施——例如以吸食次數獎勵用戶點數或加密貨幣——這些設備將尼古丁的使用變成了一種令人上癮的互動體驗。
By incorporating gamification and financial incentives—such as rewarding users with points or cryptocurrency for puff counts—these devices are turning nicotine consumption into an addictive, interactive experience.
專家警告，這會造成危險的「雙重」成癮：用戶一方面對高濃度的尼古丁鹽產生生理依賴，同時又因遊戲與社交競爭而產生行為上的依賴。
Experts warn that this creates a dangerous 'double' addiction: users become physically dependent on high-potency nicotine salts while simultaneously developing behavioral dependencies driven by gaming and social competition.
這些產品在外觀上被設計成類似智慧型手機或遊戲主機等常見科技產品，對青少年特別具有吸引力。
Designed to resemble familiar tech like smartphones or game consoles, these products are particularly attractive to youth.
這些智慧功能並非為了協助戒菸，而是刻意設計來增加使用頻率與黏著度。
Instead of aiding in smoking cessation, these smart features are intentionally engineered to increase usage frequency and engagement.
研究人員強調，真正的危險在於這套複雜的心理基礎設施，它將危害健康的行為轉化為一場遊戲。
Researchers emphasize that the danger lies in this complex psychological infrastructure, which treats health-risking behavior like a game.
隨著這些設備快速演變，衛生當局在監管這些產品並保護大眾免受這種新型、高效成癮循環的侵害時，正面臨巨大的挑戰。
As these devices evolve rapidly, health authorities face significant challenges in regulating them and protecting the public from a new, highly effective cycle of dependency.
