
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...
You have each other as quit partners. When I quit the first time, my husband kept
right on smoking. I think I might have threatened to kill him, in one of my nicotine withdrwal momemts.
We divorced later, and he died from pulmonary failure.
I am once again trying to quit smoking, as I have emphysema. Quit now, while you have each other and your health. I am sorry you lost your Leo. Best wishes.