Genetic Predisposition to Nicotine / Marketing E Cigs to Kids / Young Adults

[Vocalek]

So what exactly is it that we are predisposed to? In my humble opinion, we are simply predisposed to neurological conditions which are very well-treated by nicotine. So once we start smoking, we naturally become dependent on it, much like a diabetic becomes dependent on his insulin. Doctors often negatively refer to this type of thing as "self-medication."

Saying that we are predisposed to "dependence" for no particular reason is just another way of beating around the bush IMO.

I very much agree with your humble opinion.

And I'm getting sick and tired of seeing this self-medication referred to as "abuse." Why is it considered abusive to take care of your problems?

Is it considered "abusive" when folks who have a headache take an analgesic?

[dragonpuff]

I very much agree with your humble opinion.

And I'm getting sick and tired of seeing this self-medication referred to as "abuse." Why is it considered abusive to take care of your problems?

Is it considered "abusive" when folks who have a headache take an analgesic?

The fun part is, they call it SELF-medicating (a prejorative term in the psychiatric community) because they didn't prescribe it or recommend it to you. You know, like chantix