Cigarette Addiction

Cigarette addiction primarily involves nicotine, a powerful stimulant found in tobacco. When smoked, nicotine quickly reaches the brain, triggering the release of chemicals like dopamine that create feelings of pleasure and reward. This reinforces the habit, making it challenging to quit. Over time, the brain adapts to nicotine’s presence, leading to physical dependency. When not smoking, withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, cravings, and difficulty concentrating can occur. This combination of chemical dependence and behavioral habits makes quitting smoking difficult, requiring both physiological and psychological efforts for successful cessation.