SMOKING CESSATION
Research shows that 92% of smokers would like to quit.
Every year, about 19,000 Australians die from diseases caused by smoking.
Tobacco smoke contains over 4000 chemicals. At least 69 of the chemicals in tobacco smoke are known to cause cancer.
Nicotine is the most addictive drug known to mankind.
There is a physical addiction, a habitual addiction, and a psychological addiction. It is essential that all three areas are assessed.
Smoking is a central and important aspect of a smoker’s life, so to quit is a major life change.
Like moods and emotions, willpower fluctuates.
Each smoker has their own unique reasons to both continue, and to stop smoking. Understanding these reasons allows the Hypnotherapist to tailor the treatment to the individual’s needs.
It is important to determine just what individual need is satisfied by smoking.
According to the New Scientist, (vol. 136), the most effective way to break the smoking habit is to use Hypnotherapy.