What makes people so addicted to cigarettes?
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The main addictive substance in cigarettes and tobacco is Nicotine. The Nicotine drug affects multiple body parts especially the human brain. Hence, as one continues to smoke, the brain get used to the nicotine substance in them. The Nicotine is able to reach the brain in a matter of seconds once it gains entry into the body. Its presence in the brain triggers the release of adrenaline which in turn evokes buzzes of energy and pleasure. As time progresses, your system will be able to tolerate high levels of nicotine, so consequently, one would have to smoke more cigarettes to obtain the same buzz of energy and pleasure. This continuous cycle cause People to end up being addicted to smoking.
People that smoke are weak minded to the core. No one starts smoking and enjoys it the first time, only peer pressure keeps them doing it until the addiction kicks in.