Tobacco addiction is a dependence on nicotine, a highly addictive substance found in tobacco products like cigarettes, cigars, and smokeless tobacco. It involves compulsive tobacco use despite awareness of harmful effects.
Tobacco addiction develops as nicotine alters brain chemistry, leading to cravings, tolerance, and withdrawal symptoms when not using tobacco. Long-term tobacco use increases the risk of various health problems, including cancer, heart disease, and respiratory conditions.
Treatment often involves behavioral therapy, medications, and support groups to help individuals quit tobacco use and overcome addiction.
