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As sensation seeking has long been implicated in the reinforcing effects of psychostimulants 52 , we thus proposed a reinforcement loop underlying the maintenance of smoking, where smoking behaviour could reduce GMV in the right vmPFC, leading to disinhibited reward-seeking behaviour (i.e., higher sensation seeking), and hence, in turn, promote future smoking behaviour

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This is part of a legacy that tobacco companies have targeted low-income communities, predominantly Black and Brown communities, as well as young people for decades, and this legacy continues to this day

Providing ongoing support following inpatient and outpatient programs, aftercare can include sober housing, alumni programs, support groups, self-help meetings, and private therapy, all of which can help to lower your risk of relapsing after completing treatment