See subjects, which although without question marks are GQs. I’ve researched by Googling on the subject, and am a subscriber to the newsletter of the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (formerly known as NARSAD). But I am not a scientist. Anecdotally, I am in support of the second half of the hed, for my mood disorder; in fact, my psychiatrist, a doctor of course, has told me so and, if not encouraging taking up smoking, has not discouraged it.
I now think e-cigarettes are the best thing since sliced bread. (In my case.)
Now, my Googling is just that: a layman’s brush with negative Google-itis (Internet-induced hypochondria). I would like to hear from others with more scientific knowledge–cite away, if you feel like it–and other anecdotes.
Thanks,
Leo
I am probably one of the very few people who likes the smell of cigarette smoke. I started smoking when I was about sixteen years old, and smoked for about eight years, and then again off and on. I had a cigarette about six months ago, but I don’t smoke on a regular basis now. To be honest, I would if it were not bad for my health. I’ve heard that when one inhales the smoke from a cigarette they feel the good effects in about eight seconds. I think it does temporarily alter brain chemicals for the better initially, as I guess that’s why people get addicted. I think it probably can help a person emotionally, but it is a catch-22, as a person who smokes regularly will probably get a major health problem from smoking over time.