Nicotine Dependence
 

You may very well be physically dependent on nicotine and thus may need to consider a nicotine substitute like the patch if you answer true to more than three of these questions:

I light up a cigarette within 5 to 15 minutes of waking up in the morning.

True
 False

I find it very hard not to smoke even in forbidden places like an airplane or church.

True
 False

I would really hate to give up my first cigarette in the morning.

True
 False

I smoke more than 20 cigarettes a day.

True
 False

I smoke even if I am ill.

True
 False

Now count your true responses and judge for yourself if you need the patch. The patch is a safe option for anyone. It may be a necessity for those with physical dependency. Just because you answer less than three does not mean you do not need to quit. To find out why just click on the forward button.

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