Posted by jonh kimble on January 5, 2004, at 16:39:18
In reply to Re: smoking and depression link?, posted by Twuffy on January 5, 2004, at 15:47:02
Im in the same ball park as everyone else (well more anxiety than depression). Yes, tabacco is an maoi, but i dont think mao levels are ever decreased by more than 40-50%, which is probably why there arent any interactions with other drugs. Nicotine itself is obviously an antidepressant to some extent (mainly through dopaminergic methods) wellbutrin works for some but it didnt work for me. I think its important not to get to down from the fact that you smoke which is what i do. Believe me, if it werent for mental health stuff id never take another puff. In fact, 50% of people who smoke have some sort or mental health complaints. Just a few tips, deal with the mental stuff first! Its hard to remove the crutches when the leg is still broken. Attack your mental illness with everything possible. Once your feeling more in control, running is great because it helps alleviate cravings, improves mood, and makes you more motivated to quit because your doing something healthy. This is just what ive found and of course you must do it your own way. Just keep in mind that ultimately quitting is very important, and when you can you will.
poster:jonh kimble
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