Smoking Cessation

A person who quits smoking must endure the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal, which can include headaches, irritability, and difficulty concentrating.

Making Sense of Smoking Cessation

Nicotine is a highly addictive substance that is present in all tobacco products. When the brain becomes accustomed to nicotine, it begins to rely on the chemical in order to function normally. This is why it is difficult for people to stop using tobacco products such as cigarettes; their brains have been rewired to expect and crave their daily doses of nicotine. Unfortunately, tobacco products contain many other harmful substances that cause serious health problems, such as cancer. The cessation, or quitting of tobacco products is the only way to improve an addict’s health.

Health Risks of Smoking

  • Cancer, especially in the lungs.
  • Long term lung diseases, such as chronic pulmonary lung disease (COPD).
  • Lung infections, such as tuberculosis and pneumonia.
  • Worsening of existing lung diseases, such as asthma.
  • Coronary heart disease.
  • Higher blood pressure, increasing chances for heart attacks or strokes.
  • Peripheral heart disease PAD.
  • Pregnancy difficulties in women.
  • Fertility problems and erectile dysfunction in men.
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Symptoms of Smoking Cessation

Due to the addictive properties of nicotine and other ingredients in tobacco products, reducing usage or quitting altogether can be very challenging. A person in the process of smoking cessation will experience symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

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  • Urges and cravings to smoke
  • Irritability
  • Restlessness
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Hunger and weight gain
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Difficulty concentrating

How TMS Can Help

TMS therapy soothes the areas of the brain in which nicotine cravings occur, reducing the symptoms of withdrawal. This alleviation can help recovering addicts meet their goals and lessen the everyday difficulties of smoking cessation.

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For more information on how to quit smoking, call the American Cancer Society at:

1-800-227-2345

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