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David Kaufman, M.D.

David Kaufman, M.D.

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Pulmonary and Critical Care Specialist
posted 06/18/2008, comments (2)

How to Quit Smoking While Dealing With Depression and Stress

In my last post, I began to discuss how the medical expert David Katz, MD, sees smoking as part of a bigger picture of problems, including dependence on other substances, depression, anxiety, and trouble with weight. I wrote about how the presence of these other factors makes quitting smoking harder, but also sheds light on how to maximize a... Read moreChevron
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Anne Mitchell

Anne Mitchell

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Author and Advocate
posted 03/28/2008, comments (2)

Patrick Swayze smokes despite having cancer

Reports have been surfacing that despite a recent diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, Patrick Swayze is still smoking his usual two packs of cigarettes a day. What would drive an otherwise intelligent person to do such a thing to his body?Swayze has been known to be a heavy smoker for many years. Research shows that smokers are more likely to suffer... Read moreChevron
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Anne Mitchell

Anne Mitchell

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posted 03/20/2008, comment (1)

The Seductive Power of Nicotine

When we tried our first cigarette, chances were that we were emulating someone (perhaps a celebrity or an older sibling, parent, or friend). We didn’t really want to become “smokers”, we just wanted to look cool or see what all the fuss was about.And that first cigarette probably tasted awful (I know mine did). I coughed and... Read moreChevron
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Anne Mitchell

Anne Mitchell

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posted 03/10/2008, comments (2)

How to avoid weight gain after quitting smoking

When we smoke, our metabolism is falsely revved up by nicotine and all the other chemicals ingested with each drag. Our hearts beat faster and we burn more calories as our bodies struggle to maintain an optimal level of oxygenation. Our appetite is also suppressed, causing us to take in fewer calories.When we quit smoking, the body slows down... Read moreChevron
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Anne Mitchell

Anne Mitchell

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posted 02/19/2008, comments (3)

Quitting Smoking Can Make You Feel Crazy

Do you know anyone who was successful the first time they tried to quit smoking? I don’t. But I do know lots of people who felt that the process of quitting smoking made them feel quite insane, myself included.Sometimes I lasted for days, weeks, or even months without smoking and I would think to myself “I’m home free!” But... Read moreChevron
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