patches help u get rid of the physical/habitual addiction of -- taking time out to have a smoke ( putting something in your mouth and sucking on it etc ) they also help you get off the drug addiction gradually with less temptation to start up smoking again... it helps if you have a good reason to quit ( kid on the way.. health problems, etc ) it get's easier though.. the first few weeks are the worst.. you need to break the old associations eg; coffee +cig, 5 min breaks+cigs.. it's a good idea when u get cravings to have a glass of water.. drink it very slowly.. take some deep breaths.. do something that will distract your mind.. ( go for a walk/run ) the cravings usually only peak for 5-10 min.. good luck.
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