Smoking cessation refers to the process of quitting smoking. Smoking cigarettes contributes to several health problems like cancer, COPD, pulmonary obstruction, wheezing and so on. When a person starts smoking, the body becomes increasingly dependent on nicotine to get a temporary high. Reducing nicotine intake will result in nicotine withdrawal symptoms.

 It takes time and effort for smoking cessation. Several counseling programs, hypnosis therapy, group therapy, medications etc help you quit this dangerous habit. Smoking cessation methods vary from person to person. Some people are able to quit smoking “cold turkey”. This means that they can stop smoking altogether in one go. Others need time and help to get rid of this habit.

Nicotine replacement therapy using nicotine tablets, lozenges, patches or spays aim to supply nicotine to the body through less dangerous ways like through the skin or mouth. Medications like bupropion and Varenicline act in different regions of the brain and reduce nicotine cravings and the pleasure associated with smoking. Hypnosis is another method to aid in smoking cessation. Some people seek help form counselors and groups of people like themselves who are trying to kick this habit. You may have to experiment with different smoking cessation methods to find the right one for you.