The Easiest Way to Stop Smoking: Finding the Way That Works Best for You

by Heath Dingwell

Overview

Smoking stinks. It also kills. Over 100,000 people in the United States die from smoking-related lung cancer every year, yet millions find it difficult to quit the deadly addiction every time they light up. Using the latest research, The Easiest Way to Stop Smoking: Finding the Way That Works Best for You can help you develop the best action plan so you can kick the habit for good. In this simple how-to guide, you can learn:   

• What it is that makes smoking so addictive
• The benefits and downsides to quitting “cold turkey”  
• The latest treatments that have been proven to work, including natural approaches 
• How to deal with your withdrawal symptoms

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781596528130
Publisher:	Turner Publishing Company
Publication date:	01/21/2011
Pages:	191
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Heath Dingwell is a health and wellness writer. He has written material for various health centers including the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Heath graduated in 2001 from Washington State Universitywith a Ph.D. in Sociology. Prior to becoming a full-time writer, he was a university professor and taught criminal justice. He lives with his wife and child in Connecticut.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

1 Develop an action plan 13

2 What you're getting into 23

3 Quitting cold turkey 33

4 Nicotine replacement therapy 41

5 Prescription medications 61

6 Treatment centers 85

7 Psychological therapy 93

8 Combination approaches 111

9 Support groups and quitlines 119

10 Diet and exercise 129

11 Enroll in clinical trials 141

12 Natural therapy 149

Appendix 169

References 179

Editorial Reviews

"A valuable resource for the person researching quit methods. . . . Presented in a neutral way, the information encourages readers to choose the quit aid that works best for them." —Terry Martin, Guide to  About.com Smoking Cessation

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