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ironfalcon27 said:Does anyone here happen to be a psychiatrist? I’m really curious if there are certain disorders that typically show up alongside this, or if they often come as part of the same package deal... I'd love to hear some insight on that.
Panic attacks are actually very frequently linked to this specific disorder.
Laura Fox3 said:To start things off, I'm curious if you all honestly think a twelve-year-old could actually wrap their head around a movie like that? And if you happen to be a parent, would you personally feel comfortable letting your twelve-year-old sit down and watch it?
I guess it really just comes down to the individual kid, because like someone else mentioned, there are definitely some kids out there who are way more mature than others, but overall, I think they could handle it. If I had to set a limit, I’d say fourteen is probably the lowest age you should consider. To me, there aren't really any parts that an average—or even slightly above average—twelve-year-old wouldn't be able to process, though I suppose some of the more shocking scenes might leave them feeling a bit rattled, which could lead them to miss the actual message or the heart of the story... 😉
Well, I guess I’m just getting started, though I wouldn't say I'm a heavy smoker anymore—just a little bit here and there. Honestly, it all feels tied together with my seasonal allergic bronchitis and those other respiratory issues, so I suppose that's just one more solid reason for me to finally quit smoking 😉 !
masterblaster said:So, here’s how things have played out from my perspective:
I smoked for about four years, going through roughly two packs a day. Back when those things were getting way too expensive for me, I used to roll my own just to save some cash. And honestly, those massive clouds of smoke? I guess that was pretty much my trademark back then.
And then I just had to quit—cold turkey, really—because I was traveling abroad and completely broke. I have to admit, though, while I was still smoking, I felt like I was constantly under the weather, dealing with everything from sinus issues to lung problems. Honestly, the withdrawal process was pretty brutal for me, but it only took about three or four days to finally get through it.
I haven't touched a cigarette in about three years now.
But honestly, it happens so often that I’m starting to feel like I’ll never actually get rid of these cravings.
And how long were you coughing after you finally quit? Or did you even deal with that kind of coughing in the first place?
So, look, I was never really what you’d call a hardcore smoker. My habits always fluctuated quite a bit, but I spent about four years smoking on and off with different breaks and ups and downs. For the most part, I wouldn't say I was super addicted; it just felt like either it suited my mood, or sometimes I’d just get this strange little urge to light up just for the hell of it or to find a moment of temporary calm. That’s definitely how addiction starts, I suppose, but it's been a while since I last picked up one, and I've decided that I won't 🙂 ! I know the cravings are going to hit me a few more times over the next couple of months, but I'm really hoping I don't lose my nerve or cave in when faced with all this SHIT. 😉 Cigarettes honestly just hold you back—they tie you down, and there are way more downsides than upsides, so there's really no point in it. Plus, here in the States, there seems to be more and more discrimination against smokers and whatnot these days.
On a different note, I had a question I was wondering about: roughly how long does that "cleansing cough" last after you quit? It feels like mine might pass quicker since I didn't smoke for as many years as some people, though I guess that isn't always the case. I have a feeling it might be around a two-week window, based on what I've experienced before, though it could be more or less 🙂 !