Trying to quit smoking, when i manage to for a day or so i feel depressed, gloomy, like i can't function right. i'm just kind of blah. is that normal?

Not uncommon: The reason you feel that way is due to acute nicotine withdrawal. If you can stop for awhile in several days those symptoms will go away. To reduce withdrawal you could use nicotine gum & slowly taper that, or make a blend of tobacco & smoking herbs & gradually reduce the amount of tobacco. A doc could prescribe zyban, (bupropion) an antidepressant that may also help reduce those symptoms. See my comment:.

Withdrawal: Many people experience mood changes. Some people manage to tought it out, and sometimes it does get worse before it gets better. There are lots of community and online support groups that may help. Some folks find nicotine gum helpful at first, and there are even patches and other meds. Research shows most people who eventually quit, often try, try and try again. Sometimes counseling also helps.