Abstract

More women are starting to smoke and fewer go on to achieve cessation.Physiological and psychological factors particular to females, as well as socio-economic influences are considered. Positive approaches to the stages of cessation and physician strategies known to be effective are outlined. The use of prescription medications including nicotine replacements, buspirone, seratonin re-uptake inhibators, clonidine, and antidepressants is discussed.

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