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1 Nicotine Addiction Presented by BHS Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved. 1 Training Summary Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States, accounting for approximately 480,000 deaths, or one of every five deaths, in the United States each year. This seminar will provide insight into the reasons people choose tobacco use and briefly introduce methods of cessation. Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved BHS, All rights reserved. 1

2 Objectives Participants will: Learn the effects of tobacco use. Understand the most common reasons people use tobacco. Review tools and resources to help aid in tobacco cessation. Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved. 3 The Real Reasons People Start Peer Pressure Availability The Feel Good Syndrome Stress Busters Advertising Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved BHS, All rights reserved. 2

3 Nicotine Dependence Raises mood Reduces anxiety For those accustomed to it, it increases alertness Over time, it causes changes in smokers brains that makes them need nicotine. Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved. 5 Withdrawal Symptoms Dizziness Depression Feelings of frustration, impatience and anger Anxiety Sleep disturbances Trouble concentrating Restlessness or boredom Tiredness Increased appetite Weight gain Constipation and gas Cough, dry mouth, sore throat and nasal drip Chest tightness Slower heart rate Headaches Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved BHS, All rights reserved. 3

4 Multiple Aspects of Tobacco Use Habit Stress Social Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved. 7 Immediate Rewards of Quitting Breath smells better Stained teeth get whiter Bad smelling clothes and hair go away Yellow color in fingers and fingernails disappears Phlegm production returns to normal and coughing decreases Food tastes better Sense of smell returns to normal Stamina increases A little extra cash! No longer have to find somewhere to smoke in a no smoking world Improve the health of people around you Hands and feet become warmer from improved circulation Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved BHS, All rights reserved. 4

5 Five Keys for Quitting 1. Get ready 2. Get support 3. Learn new skills and behaviors 4. Explore interventions 5. Be prepared for relapse or difficult situations Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved. 9 Get Ready Write down and frequently remind yourself of your reasons for giving up tobacco. Change your environment Get rid of ALL tobacco products, ashtrays, spit cups or other items needed to support your tobacco use. Don't let people smoke or use smokeless tobacco in your home. Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved BHS, All rights reserved. 5

6 Get Support Line up a support team of people you can turn to Tell your family, friends and coworkers that you are going to quit and want their support. Find your resources Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved. 11 Learn New Skills and Behaviors Make tobacco use inconvenient until your quit date Find alternative ways to relax Begin to condition yourself physically a few weeks before your quit date Try to distract yourself from urges to use tobacco When you first try to quit, change your routine Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved BHS, All rights reserved. 6

7 Explore Interventions Counseling Nicotine Replacement Therapy Hypnosis Medication Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved. 13 Be Prepared for Relapse or Difficult Situations Tobacco cessation is most likely not something you'll try once. Relapse is a normal part of the process, not a sign of failure. Most relapses occur within the first three months after quitting. Don't be discouraged if you return to your habit. Here are some difficult situations to watch for: Alcohol Other tobacco users Weight gain Bad mood or depression Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved BHS, All rights reserved. 7

8 Resources American Cancer Society National Cancer Institute American Heart Association American Lung Association Office on Smoking and Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved. 15 Personal Action Plan Based on today s training, what are two strategies you can begin working on to better your life? List obstacles that may get in your way (i.e. cost, time, fear), and identify plans to get around them. Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved BHS, All rights reserved. 8

9 About BHS BHS is in the business of bettering lives so employees bring their best selves to work. Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved. 17 Contact BHS Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Language Line / TTY Accessible Access Your MyBHS Portal: Visit click My BHS Portal, enter your company s username and click LOGIN NOW. Call: Visit: BHS. All rights reserved BHS, All rights reserved. 9

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