Nicotine Addiction: Myths vs. Facts

Most of us have had quit attempts that we thought of as an event; a task that we could complete within a few weeks - a month at most. Then, when the urge to smoke persisted beyond what we felt was reasonable, we despaired of ever breaking free of nicotine addiction.

While the worst of nicotine withdrawal is over within a matter of weeks, release from the habit of smoking comes more slowly.

Smoking cessation is a process, not an event.

Let's look at some common misconceptions about quitting tobacco that can hinder your chances for success.

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