There is NO simple answer. But there is a starting place. Talk with your sons and daughters about smoking. Ask whether their friends smoke or dip. The risk of your children smoking or dipping is 13 times higher if their best friends smoke or dip.
Most teenagers smoke their first cigarettes with friends who already smoke.
Also, learn what your children think about smoking. Help them explore their personal feelings about peer pressure and smoking. Set a personal example by not smoking. If you currently smoke, one of the best reasons to stop is for the sake of your children. Many states are cracking down on teenage smoking.