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...

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babymeboo 05/20/2011

I'v been smoking for 2 and a half years and im ready to quit. I have a hormone problem and im trying to do everything in my power to fix the problem so that I can have children one day. Im eating healthier and exercising, which is the easy part. I have just recently read that smoking can affect hormone levels. Iv tried to quit before but wasnt really that motivated til now. Im gonna need some buddys to help me out. to keep me motivated and stay on track. I was also wondering if any of you all could let me know if the patches or gum actually work. or are they just a waste of money.

MayberryDeb 05/20/2011

Welcome Babymeboo.....Quitting at your age is a very smart thing for you to do. Yes, you heard right, smoking will effect a woman's hormone levels along with most everything else. The longer you smoke, the more problems you will have. I wish I had been as smart as you and quit way back then. I waited till I was 54 till I got smart. Quitting is a process and we will help you in anyway we can. Read as much as you can from old/Good Posts. There is excellent advise in those old posts.Many here have quit using the patches and gum. They can advise you better as I was finally successful using Chantix, but that med is not for everybody as it has some major side effects also.Plan how you will handle difficult situations without lighting up before they happen. Being prepared is the way to go.

Hugs for success,Mayberry

Pollybizz 05/20/2011

Hello,

I'm fairly new....5 days quit.. Tried both the chantix and wellbutrin but side effects got to me. what (so far) has worked is the motivation to see my grandkinds next weeks being smokeless! Oldest is 5 and at such an impressionable age. The patch has saved me from failing.. Great site to visit, wonderful people to hold your hand thru a bad time.

Polly

sambod 05/20/2011

hi there and welcome. I quit with the patches. i did the patches exactly as instructed and it worked.

you can also go to whyquit.com cause knowledge is power. Join us for roll call and pledge every day cause it really sets the tone for the day.

make a list of the reasons why you want to quit. copy and paste it everywhere. attitude is half the battle. If you believe in yourself and maintain a positive attitude, then you better your chances to succeed.

grannie 05/20/2011

Hi and welcome, you have made a wise decision to quit, I commend you for that. I don't know a thing about NRT's, but I do know quitting to doable, and any thing that will help you..do it. Keep us posted and holler if you need support.

grannie 05/20/2011

P.S. Here is the Link to the Good Posts, Mayberry was talking about.

http://www.dailystrength.org/groups/good-posts

debraccc 05/20/2011

Hiya and congrats on your decision to quit. I used the nic patches and they really helped me. They gave me a chance to deal with my psychological addiction to smoking. I hope they help you
Hugs deb

deleted_user 05/21/2011

welcome, i can only speak for myself but i am on day 12 using the patch & gum! it takes the edge off & really helps! good luck

jeanne36roses 05/21/2011

well I am glad that you made the decision to quit. That is the best thing you can do .Congratulations, sweetie.

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