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For over 40 years we have been helping people overcome their addiction to cigarettes and enjoy freedom from smoking. Explore our advice on multiple topics here

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what is nicotine poisoning

What is nicotine poisoning?

Nicotine poisoning is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening condition that results from excessive nicotine exposure. Learn about its symptoms, causes, prevalence, how fast it can happen, and how to quit...
10 minute read
tobacco exposure

The Cost of Tobacco: Over 7 Million Lives Lost Worldwide...

Explore the extensive impact of tobacco use as a major global health threat. Understand the statistical evidence and hear from experts about potential solutions.
7 minute read
how does nicotine affect the brain

How does nicotine affect the brain?

Discover how nicotine changes your brain, damages attention and cognition, and increases the risk of dementia and stroke. Learn how quitting smoking can reverse these effects and boost your mental...
10 minute read

5 Ways to stick to your new year's health resolutions

Many people make New Year’s resolutions to become fitter, but it’s not always easy to stick to your goals. Read more for our tips on how to make them stick.
3 minute read

Why does fear of quitting success cause me a problem?

Allen Carr has talked about fear of failure and fear of success — but what is fear of success and how does it cause a problem?
5 minute read
Does smoking relieve stress?

Does smoking relieve stress?

Most smokers & ex-smokers believe that smoking helps relieve stress & anxiety. Is that true? Read our advice & watch our support video to answer your questions.
2 minute read

How do I quit smoking if my partner won’t quit...

Will it be harder to quit smoking if my partner smokes? I don’t want to be sucked back into smoking because I live with a smoker.
7 minute read

Why do I always go back to smoking when I...

I managed to keep it to that for a while (just smoking while drinking) but I’ve caved in this morning and am back to smoking properly. I’m afraid that I...
4 minute read

I’m a smoker and have just been diagnosed with pulmonary...

I’m from Chile and I am reading the book, Allen Carr’s Easyway to Quit Smoking. My diagnosis is a shock and I need to get better because my 3 year...
3 minute read

I smoked my last cigarette last night. I primarily smoked...

I smoked my last cigarette last night. I primarily smoked out of boredom — what can I do when I’m bored?
5 minute read

Why has my husband has become very mean since he...

My husband has become very mean since he quit smoking — why? He quit cold turkey, with no support and has become so spiteful. Discover all the reasons here.
6 minute read

Why are kids attracted to vaping?

Explore whether vaping adverts that use humour and aspirational imagery alongside flavours such as bubble-gum & candy are making kids attracted to vaping.
3 minute read
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