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writes:Hey,On saturday, i went to a party with all my mates, there was one girl who was smoking and made me take a puff, i ended up taking two puffs. All today i have been craving a fag and i was going to steal one from my sister.Am i addicted now? and how do i stop feeling like this. i dont want to be a smoker how do i stop myself, all help will be appreciated, thankyou. Reply to this Question
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reader, Fatherly Advice  +, writes (28 February 2011):
 Not wanting to be a smoker is the most important thing. Nicotine is a powerfully addictive substance. But just like people all over the world you can break that addiction.The longer you go without smoke the less you will want it. It will be harder if you are around smokers or live with smokers. The smell of your friends and families smoke will trigger cravings in your body. Try to avoid smoke as much as possible. When you can't avoid it replace it with chewing gum or lollies. You also need to have a plan for when you are pressured to smoke. Practice your lines so you will know what to say. You know that you don't want it in your life just be assertive and say no firmly. FA
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reader, JDinCali +, writes (28 February 2011):
 Genetics can play a huge role with you being susceptible to drug addiction. This should be a big persuasion to never smoke again. One trick that really works, is to start running miles a day. You'll be teaching your body that the need for oxygen is too great to sacrifice. If you try smoking while running often, it'll torture your lungs and your need to smoke cigarettes will dissipate. I pulled up this article for you: http://headsup.scholastic.com/articles/the-role-of-genes-in-drug-addiction/Be safe.
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reader, firstlovelastlove  +, writes (28 February 2011):
 I don't think you are addicted to cigarettes after two puffs. When you inhaled the smoke from the cigarette, did you feel it go down your throat and into your lungs or did you just let the smoke swirl around in your mouth and then exhale it? Please do not start smoking. I have smoked on and off since I was 14 and I wish I had never started. Smoking is also expensive. I wish you all the best!
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