When we asked him what strategies he might take part in to avoid his father’s smoking, he stated that his dad ignores the fact that it affects him and continues to smoke within close proximity to him. The man appeared emotional when we were discussing the harmful effects of second hand smoking, and was concerned about what he should do to avoid the smoke. As a result and for reassurance, we gave him several strategies to reduce the risks associated with second hand smoke, such as leaving the room or explaining to his father that when he smokes near him it has harmful effects on him as well. He then felt a lot more comfortable with the situation. This situation was an eye opener for us because many of these athletes have family members who smoke and depend on these individuals each day for their daily care. Many of the athletes are introduced to harmful amounts of second hand smoke even though they do not actively participate and smoke
When we asked him what strategies he might take part in to avoid his father’s smoking, he stated that his dad ignores the fact that it affects him and continues to smoke within close proximity to him. The man appeared emotional when we were discussing the harmful effects of second hand smoking, and was concerned about what he should do to avoid the smoke. As a result and for reassurance, we gave him several strategies to reduce the risks associated with second hand smoke, such as leaving the room or explaining to his father that when he smokes near him it has harmful effects on him as well. He then felt a lot more comfortable with the situation. This situation was an eye opener for us because many of these athletes have family members who smoke and depend on these individuals each day for their daily care. Many of the athletes are introduced to harmful amounts of second hand smoke even though they do not actively participate and smoke