People who smoke can become physically dependent on nicotine, which is the chemical in tobacco products that makes them addictive. Individuals who vape may also experience this physical dependency.

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Nicotine is an addictive substance found in cigarettes and some vaping devices. Over time, continued nicotine use can lead to long-term brain changes. Nicotine is the active ingredient in tobacco, ...

Even if you haven't tried them, you've no doubt seen or heard of nicotine pouches. (Getty Images) Around half a million Brits now use nicotine pouches, with a particularly significant increase among ...

When I was in medical training in the 1970s, 40 percent of adults in the U.S. smoked cigarettes. There were cigarette vending machines everywhere, cigarettes cost a low 40 cents per pack, making teen ...

Yes, research shows that vaping carries the same risks for nicotine addiction as cigarette smoking. The same tools used to help people stop smoking can also be used to help quit to reduce vape use.

The nicotine found in tobacco stimulates the reward circuit, encouraging consumption and potentially leading to addiction. In a paper published in Neuron, scientists reveal how, in mice, a small ...