The stages of behavior change in smoking cessation start with precontemplation, progressing to contemplation, preparation, action, and finally, maintenance.

Think smoking is just a bad habit? Think again. A shocking study reveals that every single cigarette you smoke cuts 20 minutes off your life. That’s nearly 7 hours gone with every pack. But here’s the ...

A new study suggests that quitting smoking – even in middle age or beyond – can slow cognitive decline. While cognitive decline naturally occurs with aging, research suggests that smoking exacerbates ...