Killing The Addiction

Both first and second hand tobacco inhalation have resulted in medical conditions related to tobacco consumption, overpowering the death rates contributed by chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer or even HIV/ AIDS. Smoking has also shown to have scientific links to various cancers, respiratory, cognitive and even fetal disorders.

In view of the detrimental effects of tobacco consumption, the determination to quit cannot be lesser. Yet, the journey of quitting and achieving complete abstinence does not take determination alone. Long term tobacco consumers face nicotine addiction and major physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms that if left unattended, could result in relapse.

Adopting a four dimensional strategy focusing on early education, timely intervention, strong support and long-term preventive efforts outlined below could help in the quitting process to achieve long term abstinence.

1 > Making the decision to Quit

Sounds simple ?

Executing such a decision needs to account for a few crucial factors. A person who has made this decision could begin by looking back down memory lane to understand how the habit began and how it subsequently became a part of life. It would also be helpful to gain the support of family and friends or even find a buddy determined to achieve a similar goal.