Question 1

are some people naturally immune to nicotine addiction?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: I have seen no studies on this issue.  Retrospective studies of smokers show that the magic lifetime number of cigarettes that will result in a high likelihood of continued tobacco addiction is only seven cigarettes.  That would appear to argue against any kind of "natural immunity."  there certainly are personality traits that are associated with a lower rate of all forms of addiction.

Question 2

what are some people immune to nicotine addiction?

Accepted Answer

DIFFERENT POINT: The question is are you one of them. And will it hurt you now or later. For you, other people don't matter. It will hurt you.
Do the smart thing and stop paying good money to be hurt. Stop.

Question 3

i'm having withdrawal or cravings. is it possibke that i'm immune to nicotine addiction?

Accepted Answer

Witdrawal=addiction: If you are experiencing withdrawal symptoms, then that is a sign that you are addicted to nicotine. Speak to your physician about medication that is available for nicotine addiction.

Question 4

how do meds treat nicotine addiction?

Accepted Answer

Prevent withdrawal: The nicotine patch provides a constant level of nicotine in the blood, preventing acute withdrawal from smoking.  The dose may be gradually reduced, allowing for a gentle detoxification which is best facilitated by mutual support, available in nicotine anonymous.

Question 5

what are the statistics on nicotine addiction potential without someone actually inhahling?

Accepted Answer

PURPOSE?: First, the question says you smoke or chew. The mucosal membranes of your mouth and tissues of your tongue will absorb nicotine. Your next breath will bring residual nicotine to your lungs. Stats don't matter. It's addivtive and odds are it will hurt you. Be kind to yourself and stop trying to make it all right. Stop.

Question 6

how long would it take to get over a nicotine addiction?

Accepted Answer

Start now: Nicotine is a formidable addiction tthat can be conquered one day at a time. The physical withdrawal takes a few days to a couple of weeks while the psychological can be much longer. The important thing is to get a plan and start. Talk to people who quit for support.

Question 7

how much time is needed to develop smoking (nicotine) addiction?

Accepted Answer

Just a few weeks: Nicotine addiction occurs very quickly, in fact research shows that some of the processes leading to addiction start to occur during the first cigarette one smokes! within weeks some degree of addiction develops in most. 
Thus, it is best to not start! 
see http://www.Scientificamerican.Com/article.Cfm?Id=hooked-from-the-first-cigarette.

Question 8

what does a nicotine addiction feel like? how can you overcome it?

Accepted Answer

If you have a : regular pattern of smoking and feel like you need a cigarette to "relax," and have not been able to refrain from smoking when you have tried to stop, you are experiencing the symptoms of nicotine addiction. You may have also noticed an increase in the number of cigarettes you smoke per day.  Hypnosis with a clinical psychologist can be an effective way to stop smoking.

Question 9

how can i get rid of nicotine addiction?

Accepted Answer

Many Options: Go to the American Heart Association website:
www.heart.org for many ideas.  The nicotine patch is useful.  E-cigarettes may be an option.  And you can talk to your doctor about a prescription medication called Chantix.

Question 10

is nicotine addiction dangerous for pregnant women?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Mothers that smoke usually have smaller babies due to the compromise in the blood circulation thru a placenta that is damaged by the nicotine. Also mother that smoke will undergo menopause two to three years sooner than those that don't smoke.

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