Schizophrenia is a complex, often misunderstood mental health condition that affects people in a profound, life-changing way. It is an awful affliction that shapes the perception of reality and affects daily life. Current treatment includes medication, therapy, and strong support networks, often focusing on symptom management and improving quality of life. There is no cure …
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The Link Between Nicotine and Schizophrenia: Can It Help Manage Symptoms?
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Is Nicotine a Cognitive Enhancer?
Nicotine, a stimulant mostly commonly associated with smoking, is widely known for its negative connotations owing to its addictive properties and is often viewed in a negative light. However, you might argue this is an unfair narrative. If you look beyond its notoriety, nicotine has long been the subject of research for its potential impact …
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Nicotine and Alzheimer’s Disease: Can It Really Help?
It’s no huge secret that smoking cigarettes is extremely bad for you. Over the last few decades, society has come a long way in embracing (or admitting) that smoking will almost certainly shorten your life through a whole host of potential diseases and afflictions. Lung cancer. Heart disease. COPD. More than 50 ‘serious’ diseases, in …
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What is a Nicotine Rush and How Does It Feel?
Nicotine is not usually thought of as an intoxicating substance. Similarly to coffee, it stimulates the central nervous system, making the user feel more alert. However, that’s not always the case. Many people, especially those who are new to nicotine, often declare feeling a “rush” or “buzz” after smoking a cigarette or using a nicotine …
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How to Help Someone Quit Smoking
Non-smokers often have a hard time understanding the trials and tribulations their smoking friends go through as they attempt to ditch their habit. This is especially true if they have never dealt with an addiction of their own before. After all, how difficult can it be to simply stop doing something, right? If you’re an …
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The Best Gifts For Smokers
Finding the right gift for the smokers in your life can definitely be a difficult task. On the one hand, you want to get them something they’ll be able to use on a regular basis and derive a whole lot of joy from, but on the other, you don’t want to encourage them to stick …
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Can You Smoke Tea as an Alternative to Tobacco?
In recent years, many people have been searching for alternatives to smoking tobacco, whether for health reasons or simply to try something new. One such alternative that has gained attention is smoking tea leaves. It might not sound all too appealing, but some individuals swear by it as an effective way to drop tobacco and …
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How to Dispose of a Disposable Vape in the UK?
Disposable vape kits are all the rage right now. Wherever you go, you’re likely to bump into someone puffing on one of these bars. People use them to quit cigarettes, smoke disposables recreationally, or simply enjoy them for their flavour. However delicious and appealing they may be, these vapour sticks can potentially be harmful to …
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Quitting Smoking the Healthy Way: Cigarette Alternatives
Smoking has been a habit for many people for years, and it’s no secret that it’s harmful to health. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), tobacco kills up to half of its users, and smoking is the leading cause of preventable deaths worldwide. Quitting smoking can be a challenging task, but it’s not impossible, …
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