Help for smokers

Today, smokers who want to quit nicotine have access to a wide range of support options. A few decades ago, this was not the case, as much less was known about the dangers of the drug nicotine. Nowadays, doctors and other healthcare professionals are trained in such a way that they can be a great help to smokers who are willing to undergo treatment. They offer real support, especially when it comes to dealing with both physical and psychological dependence. I once read an advertisement for alcoholics that left a strong impression on me. It said: “If you can't get help from us, please seek help elsewhere.”

In the following table overview, you have the opportunity to choose which type of support you would like to use.

Support and Counseling

Doctors and Psychologists:

The chances of successfully quitting nicotine are significantly higher with medical and psychological support than when trying to quit alone.

Support Groups:

It is especially important for those seeking help to receive support from others. Participants can encourage and motivate one another through conversations. The group can offer a sense of protection and security.

Written assistence:

Reading material is available in bookstores, every doctor’s office, and public health services. These brochures, books, and CDs make it possible to gather solid information and then make an informed decision.

Pharmaceutical aids

Nicotine replacement products are available at pharmacies. These aids—such as nicotine gum, patches, lozenges, and others—help reduce nicotine withdrawal symptoms and allow the smoker to gradually decrease their daily nicotine intake. While they do contain the drug nicotine, they do not contain the harmful substances found in cigarettes. They should only be used under medical advice.

Other aids:

Acupuncture, hypnosis, yoga, smoking cessation courses, internet, self-healing, etc.

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