Did you know that smoking is one of the leading causes of death globally and has caused 236,740 lung cancer cases and 130,180 deaths in the United States?
Many smokers admit that they would like to quit smoking but find themselves unable to due to the addictive properties of nicotine. Here are some reasons why you may be unable to stop this harmful habit:
Genetic Effects
Studies have shown that genetic predisposition also has been found to affect health and behavioral issues like smoking and alcoholism. This also explains why some people cannot handle smoking at all, while some smoke occasionally, and others become regular smokers.
Studies have also shown there is not just one gene that can encourage this behavior, but several genes contribute to a person’s susceptibility to smoking.
Rewarding Aspects Of Smoking
You may find yourself smoking with friends, after a meal, when consuming alcohol, or when you’re stressed. These behavioral and psycho-social aspects may increase your dependence on smoking and can be challenging to overcome.
Nicotine Addiction And Withdrawals
Nicotine stimulates the pleasure centers in the brain, which makes it a highly addictive substance. When nicotine is discontinued, you’ll start experiencing withdrawal symptoms making you want to start smoking again.
These symptoms include:
- Fatigue
- Sore throat
- Cough, tightness in the chest
- Sore tongue and gums
- Headache
- Difficult concentrating
- Irritability
- Sleep problems
- Smoke cravings
- Flu-like discomfort
These withdrawal symptoms are uncomfortable to manage in your daily life, which can cause you to fall back on smoking to avoid discomfort. Many people assume quitting cold turkey may help them leave this habit behind. However, these symptoms can cause you to relapse quickly. Also, if you lead a stressful life, you’d be in a constant battle to light a cigarette to relieve the withdrawal effects on your system with a nicotine dose.
Try Out Bloom Hypnosis’ Smoking Cessation Program
If you’re tired of using nicotine patches, or long-term smoke addiction management programs, Blossom Hypnosis can help you out!
Rekha is a hypnosis expert who can help you quit smoking. You can call us at 585-281-2988 to schedule an online appointment and begin your treatment right away. We also offer hypnosis programs for ADHD, drug addiction, weight loss, codependency habits, and much more in Rochester, New York.
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