smoking addiction
This
dependence is a psychological part (gestures, relaxing, reducing voltage), but
in reality, addiction is under the influence of nicotine concentrations
(nicotine in the blood.
The
evaluation Fagerström (see EVALUATE YOUR TOBACCO DEPENDENCE) score greater than
or equal to 6 shows a real addiction.
Inhaled
nicotine is rapidly absorbed through the lining of the alveoli.
The
nicotine concentrations rises very quickly and within seconds reach specific
brain receptors.
The smoking
unconsciously adapts its tobacco depending on blood levels of nicotine, if
interest rates fall, the craving becomes irresistible.
So, to stop
smoking, it must first some motivation.
Patches
that stick to the skin help maintain adequate levels of nicotine in smoking
cessation effective.
Three
months of treatment cause an abstinence rate of 25% in six months if the
nicotine patch is sufficient (20 mg on average).
Disorders
related to smoking cessation are less (irritability, anxiety, sleep disorders,
snacking).
No doubt
that these patches are important in the coming years to help effectively
subjects who really want to quit.
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