Nicotine and Addiction

Nicotine is an addictive drug found in tobacco that causes changes in the brain - making people crave it more and more. When prolonged tobacco use is stopped, it can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms, including irritability and anxiety.

NRT Information
There are medicines available to help you quit. This section offers information about various types of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), including gum and inhalers.

The Truth About Menthol Cigarettes
Many people are drawn to the cooling effects of this cigarette. This section lists facts about menthols.

Other Types of Tobacco
Do you use other types of tobacco? This section provides information about a number of other tobacco types, including chew, snuff and hookah.

Women and Smoking
There are unique health risks for women smokers. This section offers information about how smoking affects women.

Teens and Smoking
Many adult smokers began using tobacco as teenagers. This section provides information specifically geared toward teens.