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Im ready to quit smoking. nicotine patch-- how does that work?

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Slow growth is good: One day at a time works best. If you wean off very gently, and use mutual support, you may find that recovery is possible. Consider attending a meeting of nicotine anonymous.

Answered 10/8/2013

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A member asked:

Im ready to quit smoking. nicotine patch-- how does that work?

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Dr. Jeffrey Roth answered

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