{"id":591,"date":"2009-04-03T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2009-04-03T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/karenturnerphd.com\/how-to-quit-smoking\/"},"modified":"2017-10-24T13:24:17","modified_gmt":"2017-10-24T17:24:17","slug":"how-to-quit-smoking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/karenturnerphd.com\/how-to-quit-smoking\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Quit Smoking"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Elderly

Elderly Problems: Tips to Stop Smoking<\/p><\/div>\n

By Boomeryearbook.com<\/a><\/p>\n

There is no doubt that every smoker knows how injurious smoking is to themselves as well as those affected by second hand smoke, but to stress the point, we have compiled a short list summarizing the hazardous effects of smoking; for both the active and passive smokers:<\/p>\n

\u2022\tHigh risk of stroke
\n\u2022\tHigh risk of coronary diseases.
\n\u2022\tLung cancer.
\n\u2022\tCervical cancer.
\n\u2022\tRespiratory tract cancer and disorders.
\n\u2022\tChildbirth complications.<\/p>\n

Most of these diseases are related to elderly problems<\/strong> faced by the baby boomer generation<\/strong>. Non-smokers that are exposed to an environment where smoking is common may develop the following health related issues:<\/p>\n

\u2022\tRespiratory tract infections.
\n\u2022\tSudden infant death syndrome.
\n\u2022\tEar infections.<\/p>\n

Some Tips to help you with Quitting:<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2022\tThe foremost thing you need to plan is what would be a sufficiently distractive alternative activity? You need to identify the times and situations that ask for a smoke and then think of an alternative activity in which you can indulge.<\/p>\n

\u2022\tSome people crave cigarettes most when stressed out- and can opt to take a run or even a short walk around the block. In other cases where desiring a cigarette when drinking coffee or alcohol, one could replace the accustomed beverage with tea or a health drink that won\u2019t trigger the desire for a cigarette.<\/p>\n

\u2022\tInform all your friends, family and co-workers about your decision to quit smoking, so they can motivate and remind you.<\/p>\n

\u2022\tSet a date for completely quitting, but start slowly by cutting down on your nicotine intake and maximizing the duration between cigarettes.<\/p>\n

\u2022\tTry to clean out anything that smells of smoke especially the ash trays.<\/p>\n

\u2022\tGive yourself an incentive for completing a smoke free week. Reward yourself for success.<\/p>\n

\u2022\tAvoid the company of friends who smoke and are not supportive of your decision to quit smoking. <\/p>\n

\u2022\tAsk your doctor about nicotine patches, gums or sprays as they are not as hazardous as cigarettes.<\/p>\n

\u2022\tKeep hard candies or even straws which can be chewed on.<\/p>\n

\u2022\tEnroll in a smoking cessation program. It helps to meet others from the baby boomer generation<\/strong> and hear stories about their elderly problems<\/strong> related to smoking to which you can relate.<\/p>\n

\u2022\tTry to convince a friend to quit along with you, and compare progress or even make it a competition.<\/p>\n

\u2022\tExercise is a great way to curb the urge to smoke.<\/p>\n

After a person quits smoking, they may experience recovery symptoms which include weight gain due to fluid retention, sore or dry gums and\/or tongue, hunger, lethargy, and short-temperedness. Some people also complain of insomnia and a persistent cough. The good news is that these are a sign that your body is healing itself and cleansing the effects of nicotine. Usually the effects of nicotine are completely flushed out of your system within 2 to 3 days. <\/p>\n

According to psychological research, 350,000 deaths occur each year due to elderly problems<\/strong> like heart and lung diseases, cancer and stroke. This should be a good enough reason for anyone from the baby boomer generation<\/strong> to quit smoking now. <\/p>\n

The Psychological Article<\/strong> on How to Quit Smoking <\/em> is part of Boomer Yearbook’s continuing series of psychological articles on Elderly Problems<\/strong>. We believe knowledge is power. We\u2019d love to hear what you think.<\/p>\n

Boomer Yearbook <\/a>is a Psychological Articles Based-Informational Social Network Website for Baby Boomers. Connect with old and new friends, or expand your mind and ward off senior moments and elderly problems<\/strong> with dream analysis and online optical illusions and brain games provided by clinical psychologist Dr. Karen Turner. Join other Baby Boomers to stay informed, receive your weekly newsfeed, and let your opinions be heard. <\/p>\n

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