On the second draft of my WIP, I'm turning one of my characters into a smoker. I've had a cigarette or two in my lifetime, nothing I've enjoyed or care to repeat, but because I don't smoke, I'm finding a bit of trouble.
She smokes for a particular reason, not enjoyment, and could "theoretically" quit at anytime. So, I guess, a couple of questions. I do realize the answers can and will vary, but I'm hoping for now just to dig up some generalities.
- We'll say for now she's been smoking approximately three years. How long would you say it would have taken to become "addicted"? How many times a day would you assume she smoked?
- Physically, how would you feel if you need a cigarette? Or, how do you know you want one? If anyone has quit, how do those feelings increase/decrease during the process?
Thanks for any help in advance. I can clarify anything if I wasn't clear. Again, I know the answers won't be the same for everyone, but I'll work through any discrepancies. Also, I do answer and respond to PMs if anyone would feel more comfortable sharing information that way.
She smokes for a particular reason, not enjoyment, and could "theoretically" quit at anytime. So, I guess, a couple of questions. I do realize the answers can and will vary, but I'm hoping for now just to dig up some generalities.
- We'll say for now she's been smoking approximately three years. How long would you say it would have taken to become "addicted"? How many times a day would you assume she smoked?
- Physically, how would you feel if you need a cigarette? Or, how do you know you want one? If anyone has quit, how do those feelings increase/decrease during the process?
Thanks for any help in advance. I can clarify anything if I wasn't clear. Again, I know the answers won't be the same for everyone, but I'll work through any discrepancies. Also, I do answer and respond to PMs if anyone would feel more comfortable sharing information that way.
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