I would like to start this topic with the question that I ask below.
Why do people begin to smoke?
Most people begin smoking as teens, usually because of curiosity and peer pressure. People with friends and/or parents who smoke are more likely to take up smoking than those who don't.
The tobacco industry's ads, price breaks, and other promotions for its products are another big influence in our society. The tobacco industry spends billions of dollars each year to create and market ads that show smoking as an exciting, glamorous, and healthy adult activity. Studies show that young people who see smoking in movies are more likely to start smoking.
The inhaled substances trigger chemical reactions in nerve endings in the brain due to being similar to naturally occurring substances such as endorphins and dopamines, which are associated with sensations of pleasure. The result is what is usually referred to as a "high" that ranges between the mild stimulus caused by nicotine to the intense euphoria caused by heroin, cocaine and methamphetamines.
In many respects, nicotine acts on the nervous system in a similar way to caffeine. Some writings have stated that smoking can also increase mental concentration; Repeated use produces tolerance and dependence (you're addicted and can't live without the stuff) in as little as a week! Most smokers say they enjoy smoking, which is part of the reason why many continue to do so even though they are aware of the health risks.
You are invited to post your comment as to why people begin to smoke to make this topic more interesting to be read.
Why do people begin to smoke?
Most people begin smoking as teens, usually because of curiosity and peer pressure. People with friends and/or parents who smoke are more likely to take up smoking than those who don't.
The tobacco industry's ads, price breaks, and other promotions for its products are another big influence in our society. The tobacco industry spends billions of dollars each year to create and market ads that show smoking as an exciting, glamorous, and healthy adult activity. Studies show that young people who see smoking in movies are more likely to start smoking.
The inhaled substances trigger chemical reactions in nerve endings in the brain due to being similar to naturally occurring substances such as endorphins and dopamines, which are associated with sensations of pleasure. The result is what is usually referred to as a "high" that ranges between the mild stimulus caused by nicotine to the intense euphoria caused by heroin, cocaine and methamphetamines.
In many respects, nicotine acts on the nervous system in a similar way to caffeine. Some writings have stated that smoking can also increase mental concentration; Repeated use produces tolerance and dependence (you're addicted and can't live without the stuff) in as little as a week! Most smokers say they enjoy smoking, which is part of the reason why many continue to do so even though they are aware of the health risks.
You are invited to post your comment as to why people begin to smoke to make this topic more interesting to be read.
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