Chapter 13Tobacco

Lesson 3Tobacco Addiction

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toleranceA process in which the body needs more and more of a drug to get the same effect

A type of addiction in which the body itself feels a direct need for a drug

physicaldependence

An addiction in which the mind sends the body a message that it needs more of a drug

psychologicaldependence

withdrawalPhysical and psychological reactions that occur when someone stops using an addictive substance

Products that assist a person in breaking a tobacco habit

nicotinereplacementtherapies (NRT)

A return to the use of a drug after attempting to stop

relapse

In this lesson, you will learn to

explain how a person becomes addicted to tobacco.

identify the different types of dependence that occur as a result of

tobacco use.

describe the symptoms of withdrawal.

Sequencing

Make a flow diagram that outlines the steps in the addiction

process.

Tobacco’s Web of Addiction

Tobacco is as addictive as heroin or cocaine.

Tobacco use soon becomes a habit, which can lead to addiction.

The best way to prevent tobacco addiction is to never start using tobacco.

Tolerance and Dependence

As the body gets used to nicotine, it develops a tolerance to the drug.

tolerance A process in which the body needs more and more of a drug to get the same effect

Tolerance and Dependence

The cravings that result from a physical dependence can only be satisfied by more nicotine.

physical dependence A type of addiction in which the body itself feels a direct need for a drug

Tolerance and Dependence

Someone with a psychological dependence may feel that he or she needs nicotine to perk up or relax.

psychological dependence An addiction in which the mind send the body a message that it needs more of drug

Tolerance and Dependence

Ninety percent of the people who start smoking become addicted.

Teens who use tobacco are much more likely to use drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, and alcohol.

Breaking the Tobacco Habit

Prepare to stop.Prepare to stop.

Get support and encouragement.Get support and encouragement.

Find out about health services.Find out about health services.

Change your daily routine.Change your daily routine.

Follow a healthy lifestyle.Follow a healthy lifestyle.

Withdrawal

When a person stops using tobacco, he or she may experience symptoms of withdrawal.

withdrawal Physical and psychological reactions that occur when someone stops using an addictive substance

Withdrawal

Physical Withdrawal Symptoms

Psychological Withdrawal Symptoms

Headaches Irritability

TirednessSudden cravings for tobacco in certain situations

Increased hungerSudden cravings for tobacco at certain times

A jittery, restless feeling Difficulty concentrating or sleeping

Withdrawal

Nicotine replacement therapies (NRT) reduce the amount of nicotine in the body slowly.

nicotine replacement therapies (NRT) Products that assist a person in breaking a

tobacco habit

Dealing with Relapse

Many people who decide to quit suffer a relapse within the first three months of quitting.

relapse A return to the use of a drug after attempting to stop

Most people attempt to quit several times before they succeed.

What I Learned

Vocabulary Define tolerance. How does a tolerance to nicotine form?

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What I Learned

Recall Explain the difference between physical dependence and psychological dependence.

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What I Learned

Give Examples What are the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal?

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Thinking Critically

Analyze What specific dangers does trying tobacco pose for teens?

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Thinking Critically

Synthesize How do nicotine replacement therapies help a person stop smoking?

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Thinking Critically

Apply Madison’s mother has been trying to quit smoking, but has had several relapses. What can Madison do to help her mother quit smoking?

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