Fact is smoking cessation could be a very hard task but anyone can do it.

Probably one of the toughest challenges a smoker faces when trying to quit is nicotine withdrawal.

This discomfort can last for weeks, not only are they due to emotional separation from smoking, but also the psychological separation.

Nicotine withdrawal symptoms are many and varied: irritability, dizziness, anxiety, headaches, lack of concentration, disturbed sleeping patterns, feelings of anger, depression, tiredness as well as incredible cravings for more nicotine.

The more serious physical effects of nicotine come with the period of withdrawal. Physical factors that may be affected include experiencing headaches, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, tiredness, changes in appetite and occasionally constipation.

Most of these effects can be controlled by other methods and will pass once the preliminary stages of withdrawal have passed.

Withdrawal symptoms involve dizziness which usually occurs within 1-2 days once a smoker quits, depression and emotions like frustration, impatience and anger. A smoker may feel irritable and anxious. Sleeping disturbances may also occur like having hard to fall asleep and staying asleep.

Withdrawal also tends to give trouble in concentrating, restlessness, tiredness, and headaches and increased in appetite. 

Most people are aware of the lethal effects of smoking and most of these are connected to other substances found in cigarettes and cigars, it is however the nicotine component that is responsible for the continuation of smoking and its addictive qualities.

How can you cope with nicotine withdrawal symptoms?

First of all help yourself:

Delay until the urge passes - usually within 3-5 minutes

•     Distract yourself

•     Drink water

•     Deep Breaths, close your eyes and take 10 slow deep breaths

•     Discuss your feelings with someone close to you.

•     Use self-hypnosis methods

Use Nicotine Replacement therapy:

•      Nicotine patches

•      Nicotine gum

•      Nicotine sprays

•      Herbal cures and acupuncture

Talk to your doctor for more information about your personal nicotine withdrawal symptoms.