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Quitting Smoking For 6 Months Lowers Anxiety Levels
Friday, 04 Apr 2025
A study published in The British Journal of Psychiatry revealed that quitting smoking for six months can significantly reduce anxiety levels.
The study was conducted on 500 smokers who were undergoing smoking cessation therapy, with the results showing that out of 68 participants who successfully quit smoking for six months, there was a significant decrease in anxiety.
Scientists from various leading universities, including Cambridge, Oxford, and King's College London, stated that these findings should be additional motivation for smokers to quit smoking.
Positive Effects on Mood and Anxiety
Researchers found that those who quit smoking experienced significant improvements in mood and decreased excessive anxiety. This effect was especially pronounced in those who previously smoked as a mechanism to cope with stress or anxiety compared to those who only smoked for pleasure.
However, the study also found that the results did not apply to those who had previous mood disorders.
Cigarettes and Anxiety Coping Habits
Scientists assume that many smokers use cigarettes as a way to cope with awkwardness, confusion, or anxiety. In fact, quitting smoking has been shown to be more effective in reducing anxiety levels in the long term.
This finding further strengthens the evidence that quitting smoking not only has a positive impact on physical health, but also provides significant benefits for mental health. Therefore, experts hope that the results of this study can further encourage public awareness to end the habit of smoking for a better quality of life.
