How long do nicotine withdrawls usually last when you quit smoking? -
What can be done to reduce the withdrawls?
Hi Harry ..
well i guess it really depends on what you mean by withdrawals.. Scott quotes that 3 day thing, and that-s for nicotine to get out of your blood stream.. that-s a generally accepted figure.
actually folks in the recovery community call the first week -hell week-.. but symptoms like tiredness etc, temporary weight gain etc, can go on for months... but my guess is that your probably talking about cravings..
folks in support groups, and the recovery community in general, have a little trick called the 5 D-s to deal with cravings..
1 Distract.. (do something else), like you cant smoke when your hands are in dishwater for instance..
2 Discuss.. you just did that by posting to yahoo answers, people in support groups would call a friend or send an e-mail..
3 Delay.. tell yourself you don-t need one now.. if you delay all the time you have quit!!
4 Drink water.. as simple as this sounds it slows cravings, and flushes toxins from the body
5 Deep breathe.. most smokers only deep breathe taking a hit from the cigarette.. learn to breathe deeply again, its good for you..
you may have guessed by now im a member of a support group.. i attend Nicotine Anonymous meeting both locally, and on line... on line voice meetings are as close as your computer.. you are welcome to attend while still smoking, however you decide to quit, good luck, there is simply no wrong way to quit!!
Nicotine Anonymous is a Non-Profit 12 Step Fellowship of men and women helping each other live nicotine-free lives. Nicotine Anonymous welcomes all those seeking freedom from nicotine addiction, including those using cessation programs and nicotine withdrawal aids. The primary purpose of Nicotine Anonymous is to help all those who would like to cease using tobacco and nicotine products in any form. The Fellowship offers group support and recovery using the 12 Steps as adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous to achieve abstinence from nicotine.
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3 days i want to say, but im not sure, Ive heard if u can make it past 3 days u can go all the way