Smoking and Dependency

Dependence, a word that is so afraid. She gives as much of a headache the smoker repentant, that researcher eager to unravel all the mechanisms. Tobacco is more than 4 000 substances per puff. Until then, only the nicotine was accused of making us addicted. Today is proof that it is far from being the only responsible. In this session we will discuss the mechanism of addiction and different types of dependencies related to tobacco consumption.

Behavioral addiction

This kind of dependence is linked to social and convivial pressure. Indeed, some places and some people make...

Smoking and Dependency

Smoking and Dependency

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Psychological dependence

Psychological dependence varies among individuals and lasts longer than physical dependence because it is more...

Smoking and Dependency

Smoking and Dependency

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Physical dependence

It is mainly due to the presence of nicotine in tobacco. The effect of nicotine absorbed at each puff is felt...

Smoking and Dependency

Smoking and Dependency

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How does one become addicted to nicotine?

Researchers know little of tobacco dependence. One thing is certain: nicotine is involved in this mechanism....

Smoking and Dependency

Smoking and Dependency

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