Steemit Engagement challenge season8week3~Smoking kills

Hello friends,
It’s week 3 already of the engagement challenge and this week’s topic is an interesting one for each and everyone of us to learn from. Read along with me as I share my own thoughts.

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Give your views about the phrase ‘smoking kills’

Seeing the dire warning that "smokers are viable to die young" printed on every cigarette package in my own nation of Nigeria is enough evidence to convince me that smoking is truly fatal. Cigarette smoking is the leading preventable cause of death from all causes in every country on Earth, including Nigeria. This includes lung cancer, heart disease, stroke, and emphysema.
The nicotine in cigarettes is very addicting, which is one of the many negative aspects of this habit. The nicotine in cigarettes is largely responsible for its addictive properties. Tobacco's nicotine triggers a surge of adrenaline and a feeling of well-being because it relays information from the smoker's senses to their brain. Most smokers have an extreme sense of well-being during and after a session, and depending on the substance being smoked, this euphoria might lead to criminal behavior.
Why, then, does the government continue to let big retailers to sell tobacco goods despite the obvious risks?
Actually, smoking was developed specifically for people living in severely cold locations so that they could unwind and find equilibrium between their own internal systems and the chilly environment. Addiction has developed to the point where some users consume as much as five packs in a single day. It's important to remember that just like smoking, misusing or taking too much of anything that goes into the human body—be it food, exercise, or drugs—can have negative consequences.

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What are the main Reasons why people become Addicted to Smoking?

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Below are a few reasons;

• Influence of the Peers
  To be accepted or seen as "cool" among peers during adolescence can have serious emotional and social consequences, as anyone who has been there can attest.
  Nevertheless, peer pressure is not something that only affects youngsters. People may desire to start smoking in order to feel accepted at work because smokers have a tendency to form strong bonds with one another. A person who is looking to add more significance to their lives could take up smoking in order to meet new people and feel more accepted.

• Institutionalized parental guidance
  A child's development relies heavily on their relationships with both parents. Hence, the chances of a child who is exposed to secondhand smoke on a regular basis while growing up at home are doubled when compared to the chances of a child who is raised in a home without smokers.
  Meanwhile, parents who are too lax with their children risk increasing the likelihood that their children may be influenced by media portrayals of smokers in a good manner. And even if they don't start smoking themselves, kids might try it out if they see their parents using it.

• Media's Power to Impact
  The media has a tremendous impact on the public's perception of smokers. This happens all the time, in all places, in all eras. As a result, many young people may view smoking as cool and desirable because so many film characters do it.

• Contributions from heredity
  It has been demonstrated through research that there may be a hereditary component to drug use. Tobacco products like cigarettes, which contain the addictive substance nicotine, are the focus of this study. Research on the genetics of addiction, while interesting, should not be misconstrued as proof that the propensity to substance abuse runs in families. It has to do with how likely someone is to pick up undesirable behaviors like smoking.

• stress Factor
  When under pressure, some people turn to cigarettes as a means of self-medicating. Even if they started smoking for the relaxing effect of the nicotine, stress might induce some people to become habitual smokers.

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Are by you addicted to smoking, or someone you may know have addicted to smoking? What changing have you seen after addiction?

There is no nicotine in my system because I do not smoke. Yet, I have a guy whose smoking addiction is so severe that I truly fear for his life. My pal can't even talk to you for a minute before he reaches for his cigarette pack. One day I plucked up the courage to ask him about his smoking habit and why he started. He told me straight out that he doesn't get any satisfaction out of smoking and that he only started doing it because of the demands of his job. He wanted to blend in with his coworkers on the oil rigs, so he started smoking to mimic their habits. As he took up smoking, he noticed a drastic alteration in his appearance. It's not just that he's darker and paler; he's also constantly ill, his lips have darkened, and the bottoms of his feet have darkened, too. It doesn't matter how much he eats, his appearance is always unhealthy.

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What should we do to reduce the rate of smoking addiction?

• Surround yourself with nonsmokers.
  Possessing folks who can have positive impact would be ideal. Just as being near smokers can tempt nonsmokers to pick up the habit, being around nonsmokers can keep smokers occupied without prompting them to light up. As a corollary, a smoker who wants to stop should let their friends know. A person who smokes will feel better after venting about their problems, and it may serve as a distraction. A smoker can be warned in advance that talking about upbeat topics would help ease their anxiety.

• Enroll in a Smoking Cessation Program.
  One of the best things a smoker can do for his or her mental and emotional health is to find a support group that will point him or her in the correct way and help him or her fight urges while going through withdrawal and stress. In addition, "Nicotine Replacement Therapy" can help guide participants through the process of controlling their cravings while they are participating in a program.

• Have something to do with your hands
  When people are bored, they may light up a cigarette. They can avoid the temptation to smoke by keeping their hands busy with something else, such as a game or a stress ball. They can keep themselves active in other ways besides only using their hands. They can, for instance, arrange to watch a movie or have supper at a smoke-free restaurant, as well as exercise, drink lots of water, eat healthily, and so on.

• Power of Will
  Think of what would drive them. People are more likely to stick with a task if they have a clear idea of what they hope to accomplish in the end. Similarly, if they know why they should stop, they won't let that thought wander. The reasons people avoid exposure to others might range from health concerns to parental concerns about their own children. Tobacco smokers have complete autonomy in determining their motivation.

• Remain Upbeat
  It's natural for a smoker to long for a return visit every so often. They ought to pause for a moment of reflection on how far they have come. Keep on, and don't give up. They shouldn't give up hope just because they've tried and failed before. There's no loss in falling down and getting back up again, as long as you learn something from each attempt.

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Conclusion

Worldwide, smoking is responsible for a plethora of health problems. One of the ingredients is nicotine, which is very addictive. Smoking should never be begun for any reason, as it is extremely difficult to quit. Instead of turning to smoking to relieve pressure from friends and family and low mood, people should look for healthier alternatives.

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