Tobacco 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 (see CESSATION).
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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