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Nicotine Dependence: Terms Adults Should Understand
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Dependence terms
Health context
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Quick answer: Nicotine dependence is a health topic. Adults should understand common terms before relying on any product-focused answer.
Useful terms
- Craving: urge to use nicotine.
- Withdrawal: symptoms after stopping or reducing nicotine.
- Dual use: using cigarettes and vapes at the same time.
- First-line treatments: established quit-smoking supports.
Health framing
Government health information says vapes are not considered safe and are not first-line smoking cessation treatments.
Next step
Speak with a doctor, pharmacist or quit-support service about suitable options.
Sources
- TGA therapeutic vaping goods
- Australian Government Department of Health: About vaping and e-cigarettes
- TGA information for pharmacists
Last reviewed: 13 May 2026.