Summary
Smoking cessation is associated with improved HRV and a 30% increased likelihood of recovery from other substance use disorders. Quitting smoking enhances rather than compromises overall sobriety.
Methods
Longitudinal study of smoking and SUD recovery outcomes
Key Findings
- Smoking cessation associated with 30% increased recovery odds
- Smoking interventions during treatment enhance long-term sobriety
- Cigarette smoking diminishes HRV acutely and chronically
- E-cigarettes and passive smoke also reduce HRV
- HRV improves after smoking cessation
Limitations
Self-selection effects possible
What This Means for You
If you're working on addiction recovery, addressing smoking can support your overall goals. Improved HRV from quitting smoking may enhance your stress resilience and recovery capacity.
Source
Read the original paper in Renal and Urology News ↗
Added to HRV Zone: 2025-01-10