If withdrawal symptoms are severe or persistent, consider consulting a primary care physician for additional support and guidance
"it has been linked to a reduction in the thickness of layers in the brain, and to brain lesions, involving areas such as the frontal lobe, which plays a role in voluntary movement and control of thinking, and a decrease in activity in the area of the brain that processes vision," said Silverstein
Track them on a calendar or an app like Quit for Life
You're more likely to give up smoking for good with their help
It may be automatic for you to have a cigarette after your morning coffee or after dinner, or to hang out with other smokers during work
If you accidentally take one, be easy on yourself