Posted by Leighwit on May 14, 2002, at 18:32:34
In reply to smoking and dopamine depletion, posted by jonh kimble on May 12, 2002, at 17:47:09
Jon,
I smoked over two packs/day for over twenty years and only quit two years ago this July. I'm 44 and have an 11 year old daughter. When I'm 60, I'm going to start smoking like a factory and drinking like a fish for the rest of my years. I'm looking forward to it and in fact, am motivated to do my best to live until then so I can enjoy it!
Laurie
PS I don't think (at least I didn't notice) any real difference in my depression symptoms nor the performance of ADs with vs. without nicotine. I was however, taking WB (aka Zyban) when I quit (and still am).
> i dont know if tobacco smoking depletes dopamine, but i am suspicious. when i have a cigarette i can feel that dopamine flow, but a few minutes later, im more tired, depressed, and less motivated. also, smoking causes by dexedrin to work less. could this be dopamine drain out? i know i should just quit, but smoking is one of the few things in my life that really make me feel good. that instant reward is so tempting! any tips on quiting would be appreciated too.
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> jon
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