Cigarette, which has many harms on human health, is an important addiction. Even if it is compelling, quitting smoking is not impossible. In addition to nicotine, there are nearly 4000 foreign substances in cigarettes. It is nicotine that is addictive. It causes physical and psychological addiction by increasing the release of nicotine, serotonin and endorphins. There is a concern that if he does not smoke, he will not be able to carry out his daily tasks.
It is believed that smoking helps to wake up, focus and calm down. When a person is sad or happy, he shares these feelings with cigarettes. However, all these are thoughts that the person creates in his own mind.
Quitting smoking is possible with different methods. Although this process causes difficulties for the person, this situation can be easily overcome with supportive treatments. First of all, the person must be determined to quit smoking.
Will and willpower are essential for quitting smoking.
Acupuncture, which is a traditional treatment method, is used successfully in this field. When it is performed by experts, successful results are obtained without any side effects. In the first week of quitting smoking, serotonin secretion decreases, which causes withdrawal symptoms. These include headache, irritability, lack of attention. These are symptoms such as inability to focus, fatigue, and increased appetite. This is where acupuncture comes into play. Thanks to the treatment, the person does not experience withdrawal symptoms or feels less.
Smoking should be stopped 24 hours before starting the acupuncture treatment. When the person arrives, the relevant acupuncture points are determined, disposable tiny needles are inserted, and removed after 20-30 minutes.
The first 3 days are important in quitting smoking. If the withdrawal symptoms force the person, a second session is done.
To quit smoking:
1-Determine your quit date.
2-Remove the items around you that will remind you of cigarettes. Cigarettes, lighters, ashtrays, etc.
2-Brush your teeth often, take a shower.
3- Take care of your diet, drink plenty of water.
4- Stay away from environments and routines that will trigger your smoking
5-Relieve your urge to smoke by chewing gum or drinking herbal tea.
6-Get fresh air, move.
7- If you want a cigarette, take 10 deep breaths and drink water.
