Panic Attacks Support Group

A panic attack is a period of intense fear or discomfort, typically with an abrupt onset and usually lasting no more than thirty minutes. Symptoms include trembling, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, sweating, nausea, dizziness, hyperventilation, and sensations of choking or smothering. Panic attacks can be very sudden, appear to be unprovoked, and are often...

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Zen1 09/27/2011

I have decided to stop with cigarettes. What do I need to do to keep my mind off them. I need some tips please.

renee1979 09/27/2011

Hi i quit cold turkey almost 10 weeks ago. I don't know if you have quit before but it's not easy but very possible. For me The first 3 days i had physical withdrawls from the nicotine. After that i think it's the emotional attachment which is the biggest challenge. Lots of Gum chewing has really helped me. Also when the cravings hit try to distract yourself and they will pass within minutes. Once you get passed the hard stuff it will feel great to be non-smoker! I breath better and i can walk and run like never before! I know my kids are going to be healthier to by not being exposed to the stench. There are so many good reasons to quit. At one time i thought i would miss cigarettes forever, now i am so glad they are out of my life! You can do it i wish you the best of luck..

Zen1 09/27/2011

I am going to stack up on the gum. Last time I went 48hrs without smoaking cause I was in the hospital. (had a baby) but I want to be &ble to run again too!

deleted_user 09/28/2011

I smoked for many years (heavy smoker) and stopped "cold turkey" in 1986 when cigarettes reached the ridiculous price of over $6.00 per carton.

Following the advice of a friend, I always had a rolled up cinnamon stick that I could "fondle" like a cigarette. It has no calories, you can put it to your lips like you are used to and it has no bad taste or effects. It sure helped me (along with gum, prayer, etc.) by allowing me the feeling of smoking without the cigarette..

You can do it!

deleted_user 09/29/2011

I have to say this is a mind over matter issue. I decided I was going to quit and I threw away what cigarettes I had and I haven't smoked in about 10 years. It wasn't easy and the first few weeks were hard, but I put my mind to it and I did it. Just think of the health benefits you will gain from not smoking...

Zen1 09/30/2011

I cant wait!

deleted_user 10/01/2011

I quit smoking 6 months ago, cold turkey, take one day at a time, deep breaths when you get a craving. You can do it!!!!

deleted_user 10/01/2011

OH GOOD LUCK HUN....i quit at the end of june cold turkey and it was hell!! but you can do it if i can you can!! and itll help you with the anxiety as well

Zen1 10/02/2011

I am doing pretty good with the gum. I also chew on a straw from time to time and drink lots of water. My hubby smokes and it makes me sick. I wish we had separate rooms.

deleted_user 10/05/2011

Oh yeah, join the smoking addiction group, great group of people

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