At the start of the decade I was optimistic about nicotine replacement (NRT) with patches and gum to help people quit, realising that some would need quite high doses
So in many countries, the issues which we have, working with the government helps to solve the problem
This isn't about blaming the individual, but recognizing the powerful designs that can shape our habits
But implementation isnt easy and vendor education is often undermined by tobacco industry interference
The new policy, informed by research and recommendations from the Rutgers Center for Tobacco Studies, aims to reduce smoking and tobacco use among young people at a time in their lives when they are most likely to start and to encourage and support tobacco users of all ages who want to quit
These findings are not causal and it is unclear if cannabis is self-medication for mental health conditions