Question

Marco is 53 years old and has been smoking since he was 13. He would like to stop but feels that the damage is already done. What would you say to him?

Answer 1

Some of the therapeutic and professional things which can be said to a chronic smoker are

• First reassure the patient and support him psychologically. This provides a sense of hope and confidence to think in an optimistic way
• The patient can be taught stress management to cope with the difficult situation
• Make use of holistic approach to meet the instability of the mind regarding the chronic drinking
• Instill confidence through communication like" it is better to start than to be late " Damage occurred if not severe can be definitely reversed back to the most normal function to lead a quality life .