Benefits of quitting
20 minutes after quitting
Your heart rate drops to a normal level
What is social addiction?
Social addiction is using tobacco as a way to build and keep connections with others
For a cough, dry mouth or nasal drip
Drink plenty of fluids or try cough drops
What is Nicotine gum?
It relieves cravings by releasing nicotine that is absorbed through your gums and cheeks
After 12 hours
The level of carbon monoxide in your blood drops to normal
Social addiction starts with the influence of peers, parents or other family members already using tobacco. Yes or No?
Yes
For headches
Use over-the-counter pain relievers. Take a warm bath or shower
What is Nicotine patch?
It provides a steady, low level of nicotine to the bloodstream
In 2 weeks to 3 months
Your risk of having a heart attach begins to drop and your lung function improves
Social addiction starts with the need to identify with a group or fit in. Yes or No?
Yes
For dizziness
Take extra caution when rising from a lying or seated position. Move slowly
What is Nicotine nasal spray?
It provides a burst of nicotine in response to urges to smoke
In 1 to 9 months
Coughing and shortness of breath begin to improve
What is mental addiction?
Mental addiction is when smoking becomes an automatic behavior that links to what you are doing or how you are feeling
For constipation, gas or stomach pain
Drink lots of fluids. Add fiber to your diet
What is Nicotine lozenge?
It relieves cravings by releasing nicotine as it dissolves in the mouth
After 1 year
Your added risk of coronary heart disease is half that of a smoker's
Examples of mental addiction
When you smoke because of environmental cues, like the end of a meal
OR
When you smoke to cope with stress and other emotions
OR
When you smoke because you feel pleasure and relief
For fatigue
Get at least eight hours of sleep each night. Take naps if you need to. Exercise can help too
What is Varenicline?
It acts on brain chemistry to bring about some of the same effects nicotine has when you smoke