The psychologist listed simple ways to quit smoking

Eduard Shamsutdinov, a practicing psychologist, gave some advice to those who are trying to quit smoking but are facing difficulties.

In an interview with Radio 1 on Monday, June 15, the specialist noted that you should not set yourself the task of quitting smoking once and for all. Instead, it's better to focus on short-term goals, such as giving up cigarettes for one day. This approach helps to reduce anxiety and makes the process more controlled.

The psychologist also recommended to reconsider the attitude towards smoking. If cigarettes are associated with relaxation or pleasure, it is worth reminding yourself of their negative consequences — deterioration of health, risk of developing diseases and financial costs. Shamsutdinov noted that it is useful to record such thoughts and reread them at times when there is a desire to smoke.

In addition, the expert advised gradually increasing the time intervals without cigarettes. According to him, even small successes help to strengthen self-confidence and increase motivation.

Shamsutdinov stressed that consistency and daily control over one's actions play a key role in quitting smoking. According to him, this approach has helped many people get rid of bad habits.

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Doctor Yulia Smirnova said on June 15 that observing three simple rules helps smokers get rid of their psychological dependence on cigarettes. To quit smoking, the specialist recommends choosing a date in advance, monitoring situations that provoke cravings, replacing familiar rituals with new ones, and seeking medical support if necessary. At the same time, the doctor noted that modern medicine is increasingly relying on nicotine-free drugs, rather than on patches and chewing gums. 360.ru .

In May, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced an increase in the consumption of nicotine-containing products among adolescents. It is specified that at least 40 million children aged 13-15 years currently use tobacco products.

In December, internist and immunologist Irina Yartseva told RT that the use of vapes, electronic cigarettes and hookahs causes complex harm to the body, especially dangerous for adolescents and young adults. In addition, the expert noted that dependence on electronic devices can form even faster than on classic cigarettes.

Psychologist Alexandra Izyumenko acknowledged the connection of vaping with drug addiction. According to her, about 90% of teenagers smoke vapes, and things are going badly with their recovery from this addiction, writes NSN.

At the same time, psychologist Alexander Kononov stated that overcoming smoking addiction could be facilitated by using substitutes, such as breathing exercises. He recommended using a cocktail straw instead of cigarettes, for example, through which you can simply practice breathing. Pravda.Ru The specialist emphasized the importance of breathing through a straw taking about the same amount of time as the usual smoking process.

Prior to this, medical psychologist Diana Lobanova called the belief that quitting smoking provokes weight gain a myth. According to her, a person may have an increased appetite for a while, according to the website kp.ru .