Quitting smoking does not require willpower, but understanding the nature of addiction. “Izvestia” said narcologist Dmitry Movchan, deputy chief physician of the medical department of the Marshak Clinic.
“The reason why smokers cannot quit the habit is a clear and strong lack of motivation. Many people want to quit smoking but do not understand why they need it. “A simple desire alone is not enough,” the doctor explained.
The narcologist suggested presenting in detail the benefits of quitting smoking: health, saving money, freedom of movement, a good example for children. Negative motivation is also important; You can count the money and time spent on cigarettes, remember the shame and discomfort associated with them, and realize the damage they do to the body.
The doctor explained that “deprivation” at the physiological level is associated with a decrease in the production of the substance dopamine. It takes about a week for a person to regain their level. This period is often accompanied by irritability, anxiety and headaches.
“But sometimes the psychological desire for a cigarette is much more painful than physical addiction. The thing is the erroneous beliefs that the smoker develops: “I choose to smoke,” “smoking helps me relieve stress.” In fact, the nicotine addict is forced to smoke, otherwise he will get sick. Smoking does not relieve stress, but only relieves the withdrawal symptoms that it causes. Mentally repeat: “I want to get rid of nicotine addiction,” “Smoking does not help me, it harms me.” In the first days, try to avoid situations that can trigger a desire to smoke. If the desire is too strong, take a break, change the environment and take a deep breath,” the expert explained.
The doctor noted that quitting smoking can only be done with a determined effort. But you can start by quitting smoking for a day. If you have an irresistible desire to smoke, you should not give in to it: it is better to take a few deep, slow breaths, eat nuts or seeds, and buy chewing gum.
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Source: Gazeta
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