According to research, smokers have difficulty in quitting the nicotine habit because
A)smokers find nicotine more reinforcing than other drugs.
B)smokers do not see nicotine addiction as being as much of a problem as addiction to other drugs.
C)of the combination of external cues and nicotine.
D)of a genetic predisposition to become more addicted to nicotine.

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Research suggests that the combination of external cues (such as smoking-related environments or situations) and nicotine addiction leads to difficulty quitting smoking. These cues trigger cravings and create associations between smoking and certain contexts, making it harder to resist the urge to smoke. While genetic predispositions may play a role in addiction, the combination of external cues and nicotine is a more significant factor in smoking cessation. Option A is not entirely accurate, as nicotine is not necessarily more reinforcing than other drugs, but it does have a unique ability to produce both stimulating and relaxing effects. Option B is incorrect, as studies show that smokers are aware of the harms associated with smoking and often express a desire to quit.

According to Research, Smokers Have Difficulty in Quitting the Nicotine