Smoking Addiction & Recovery Support Group
The CDC claims that nicotine is a "very addictive drug" that can be "as addictive as heroin or cocaine." Nicotine is typically eliminated from the body within 2 to 3 days, however, physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms may last for much longer depending on the individual. If you are trying to kick the habit, this community is dedicated to giving smokers the...
Do most older smokers want to quit smoking?
Yes! Most smokers, even younger ones want to quit smoking. What keeps them from quitting? Fear of being irritable, nervous and tense. Fear that nicotine withdrawal symptoms will be more than they can manage. Fear that life will be boring without their smokes. Not good reasons, any of them, but nicotine addiction clouds a person's thinking. Once free, people usually look back and wonder why they didn't quit sooner. The discomforts associated with smoking cessation are all temporary. Education about what to expect and having a support system in place can make the quitting process doable and even enjoyable.
You can all do it. Viv
Yes! Most smokers, even younger ones want to quit smoking. What keeps them from quitting? Fear of being irritable, nervous and tense. Fear that nicotine withdrawal symptoms will be more than they can manage. Fear that life will be boring without their smokes. Not good reasons, any of them, but nicotine addiction clouds a person's thinking. Once free, people usually look back and wonder why they didn't quit sooner. The discomforts associated with smoking cessation are all temporary. Education about what to expect and having a support system in place can make the quitting process doable and even enjoyable.
You can all do it. Viv
Some don't quit until they get sick, and sometimes that is a problem.
Young or old it is time to quit, for health sake and the health of the people around you (second hand smoke).
I guess it doesnt matter at any age...hugs
cheers
Deb