Ingrid van Bussel says personal motivation is key to quit smoking
Smoking cessation fails when it starts with a doctor’s prescription rather than an individual’s own resolve.
That is the core assessment lifestyle coach Ingrid van Bussel delivers in the third episode of the television program ‘Leefstijl’. Speaking with presenter Lia Stoop, Van Bussel outlines how breaking the cycle of smoking and vaping requires deep internal drive, as a physician’s advice alone is frequently insufficient for long-term success.
Van Bussel Evaluates Nicotine Dependence to Guide Cessation
Once personal motivation is established, Van Bussel examines the participant’s specific smoking behavior and the degree of nicotine dependence.
This evaluation dictates the trajectory of the cessation program. It determines both the appropriate professional guidance and the specific cessation aids required for each individual. The program also tackles the acute moments when the urge to smoke abruptly intensifies, equipping participants with strategies to manage cravings.
Reaching Youth Amid the Vaping Trend
Vaping among youth demands distinct intervention strategies because this demographic proves significantly more difficult to reach.
Young people do not always perceive health risks as an immediate reason to quit. Van Bussel notes that combating this specific trend requires a collaborative network involving parents, educational institutions, and healthcare providers working in tandem.
Combining Professional Guidance with Medical Aids
For those attempting to quit either smoking or vaping, combining professional guidance with tangible aids substantially increases the overall chance of success.
Van Bussel points to tools such as nicotine patches, lozenges, and medication as vital supports that bolster personal willpower during the withdrawal process.
The television program ‘Leefstijl’ is a coproduction of the cooperating broadcasters DMG, Dit is Helmond, and SIRIS.
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