STOP SMOKING FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE || HERMINA PASURUAN HOSPITAL

Why is it difficult to stop smoking?

When someone is addicted to cigarettes,
nicotine contained in tobacco 
stimulates the brain to release substances 
gives a feeling of comfort (DOPAMINE).

Active smoker if not smoking 
he will experience symptoms like these: 

1. Discomfort

2. Not Concentrating

3. Easily angered/emotional

To maintain a sense of comfort,
the urge to smoke again arises,
this is the beginning of the addiction process. 

Tips to Quit Smoking:

1. Strengthen your intentions & make up your mind
2. Ask family and close friends for support 
3. Set a target time to quit smoking
4. Stay away from smokers
5. Drink lots of water
6. Keep thinking positively
7. Look for something busy