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by Dr. Jackie Kiehn Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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When you can't finish a yawn, it means your nervous system isn't releasing as it should. A healthy nervous system responds to stimulation (both stress and excitement) by regularly discharging the energy. An un healthy nervous system has trouble "letting go" creating a backlog of underground tension.

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Why can’t I finish a yawn?

Can’t finish a yawn? When you can't finish a yawn, it means your nervous system isn't releasing as it should. A healthy nervous system responds to stimulation (both stress and excitement) by regularly discharging the energy. An un healthy nervous system has trouble "letting go" creating a backlog of underground tension.

Is it possible to vape too much?

It's possible you're vaping too much. I suggest you vape PG for a while and don't vape as much or as long when you do vape. Take a few weeks off

What are the mental health effects of vaping nicotine liquids?

The mental health effects of vaping nicotine liquids are unknown, but researchers believe that the mental health effects of vaping nicotine may be similar to those of smoking. However, more research is needed to determine how nicotine affects mental health.

How do you know if you're vaping too much?

If your lungs feel full when you breathe or are having a hard time breathing it's VG. It's possible you're vaping too much. I suggest you vape PG for a while and don't vape as much or as long when you do vape.

How to not feel like vaping?

What to know before quitting vaping?

What are the triggers for vaping?

How to manage cravings?

How to quit a job if you haven't already?

What to do when you are craving vapes?

Does quitting work?

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Can vaping make it hard to take a deep breath?

Vaping and Popcorn Lung Diacetyl is frequently added to flavored e-liquid to enhance the taste. Inhaling diacetyl causes inflammation and may lead to permanent scarring in the smallest branches of the airways — popcorn lung — which makes breathing difficult.

Can vaping cause lockjaw?

New research now links vaping and Bruxism, as the stimulant nicotine has been shown to promote the jaw-clenching and tooth-grinding that can lead to mouth and jaw issues.

What are the symptoms of lung damage from vaping?

What are the symptoms of EVALI?Shortness of breath.Cough.Chest pain.Fever and chills.Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.Rapid heartbeat.Rapid and shallow breathing.

What are the symptoms of vaping too much?

Symptoms include:Persistent cough.Chest pain.Shortness of breath.Some users may even experience diarrhea, vomiting, nausea and fatigue before any breathing problems develop.

Can dentist tell if u vape?

The answer is yes. While some people switch from smoking to vaping because they may think vaping is a safer alternative to smoking, studies show that it is just bad for your teeth and gums. Vaping has the same adverse effects on your oral health as smoking and your dentist WILL be able to tell.

Do vapes rot your teeth?

Tooth grinding slowly wears away tooth enamel. This makes your teeth more susceptible to chips, cracks and cavities. As vaping dries the mouth, it can also cause bad breath....Are there any other ways that vaping can damage teeth?Oral health conditionCaused by SmokingCaused by vapingGum diseaseYesYes5 more rows

Can my lungs recover from vaping?

Breathing in the harmful chemicals from vaping products can cause irreversible (cannot be cured) lung damage, lung disease and, in some cases, death.

How long until lungs heal from vaping?

After two weeks: your circulation and lung function begin to improve. After one to nine months: clear and deeper breathing gradually returns; you have less coughing and shortness of breath; you regain the ability to cough productively instead of hacking, which cleans your lungs and reduce your risk of infection.

How much vaping is too much?

Even today, many high-profile sources list the toxic dose of nicotine (the LD50 – or the dose that will kill about half of people exposed) as between 30 and 60 mg. To put this in context of vaping, this would be about 4 ml of 12 mg/ml e-liquid. d.

What is Vaper's tongue?

Vaper's tongue (also known as vaper's fatigue) is a term that covers taste-related ailments. Often this happens from frequent use of a single, individual flavour. So, if you've been vaping the same flavour for a few weeks. you'll probably start to notice the difference in taste or lack thereof.

What are 3 signs of a vaping addiction?

There are also several physical signs of addiction.Dry Mouth. Propylene glycol, a common ingredient found in e-juice, can cause dry mouth. ... Dizziness. Researchers monitored 33 smokers over 21 days. ... Coughing. For some, vaping is a gateway to smoking. ... Skin Problems. ... Itchiness. ... Dry Eyes. ... Nosebleeds. ... Nicotine Overdose.More items...•

How many puffs of a vape is equal to a cigarette?

Typically, manufacturers advise that 10 puffs on your vape are about the same as 10 puffs on your cigarette. They further speculate that 10 puffs are all you take on one cigarette. Of course, this varies based on how big your puffs are, how strong your vape device is, and how much nicotine you are using.

Why is my jaw suddenly locking?

A tight jaw can happen for many reasons, such as stress, temporomandibular joint disorders, grinding the teeth at night, and tetanus, also known as lockjaw. Tetanus is just one cause of stiffness in the jaw, but it can lead to severe complications.

What causes sudden lockjaw?

Tetanus is an infection caused by bacteria called Clostridium tetani. When these bacteria enter the body, they produce a toxin that causes painful muscle contractions. Another name for tetanus is “lockjaw”. It often causes a person's neck and jaw muscles to lock, making it hard to open the mouth or swallow.

Why does my jaw keep locking?

If you are experiencing issues such as jaw clicking and locking, you may have temporomandibular joint dysfunction (usually referred to as TMJ/TMD). TMJ/TMD occurs when the temporomandibular joint becomes damaged or inflamed due to an injury, inflammatory disorders, and other such issues.

How do you get rid of lock jaw?

How do you treat lockjaw?Applying a warm compress by using a hot water bag or a hot towel, several times a day, so that it loosens the locked jaw muscles.Using cold packs as this will relieve off the pain associated with lockjaw.Rectifying your posture is crucial to prevent the lockjaw condition from worsening.More items...•

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What does it mean when you can't finish a yawn?

0. When you can't finish a yawn, it means your nervous system isn't releasing as it should. A healthy nervous system responds to stimulation (both stress and excitement) by regularly discharging the energy. An un healthy nervous system has trouble "letting go" creating a backlog of underground tension.

When we feel safe, it's easier to let go?

When we're feeling safe, it's easier to let go into a complete yawn. Whether you feel safe in your life depends on what your nervous system has learned from the past, especially through physical traumas and early relationship experiences with parents and caregivers.

Is yawning contagious?

You probably already know . . . yawning is contagious. Yup, we trigger each other with our yawns.

Is it safe to yawn when you have a lower activation level?

Contrast that with the fact that the lower your activation level, the more safe you feel and the easier it is to 'let go' into a big satisfying yawn.

Is PG thinner than VG?

PG is thinner, so the lungs can get rid of it faster. Vg is thick -- think of thick paint vs. thin paint -- thick paint takes FOREVER to dry. All vapor will condense on the linings of your airways; VG leaves such a thick coating, many people can feel it, and suffer distress in their breathing.

Can COPD be tested again?

if COPD is a concern I would get it tested again... you could also be having myoclonic jerks (sp) a sort of seizure of the diaphragm if memory serves so getting a general test to rule them out might be a good idea.

Can you vape too much VG?

or are having a hard time breathing it's VG. It's possible you're vaping too much. I suggest you vape PG for a while. and don't vape as much or as long when you do vape. Take a few weeks off. and give your lungs time to expel the VG coating, even 6mg/ml can be too much nicotine if ingested all night.

I cannot yawn!

For the past few weeks I have been having this annoying problem where I cannot yawn. I can take deep breaths just fine, but I always feel the need to yawn, and when I attempt to, it "won't come out" so to speak. It is really starting to get irritating,and quite uncomfortable.

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Why do I yawn when I smoke?

I would say that in all likelihood what you are experiencing is your lungs clearing out the gunk you put into them whilst smoking and that the yawning is one method by which your body is using to open up the alveoli in your lungs. I find myself coughing frequently, usually producing tar in the sputum--totally related to smoking cessation. That said your yawning may be an indication of a heart condition (which only a doctor can diagnose), but yawning itself is more closely linked to fatigue, "social yawning" (yawning after other people have yawned), and boredom.

Is excessive yawning a coincidence?

I would disagree, it is a coincidence. There are thousands of people on ECF and only three have reported "excessive yawning". Seems pretty coincidental to me.

Can yawning cause anxiety?

BTW, compulsive yawning and inability to catch one's breath also often accompany anxiety/panic attacks (psychotherapist here). If you're generally anxious, that could be happening.

Why did vaping start?

When vaping first started appearing because of the included nicotine, many people saw the opportunity to use it as a substitute for the Cigarette; After years and years of negativity surrounding smoking, there couldn’t possibly be anything worse? So they took the opportunity and quit.

What is the most common mental illness associated with vaping?

Anxiety is the most common mental health illness associated with vaping and smoking. The most common form of anxiety (panic disorder) can easily be associated with vaping, the majority of the time this is felt through the side effects that vaping can bring.

What to do when you're vaping with a mental illness?

When you’re vaping with a Mental Health Condition, the best thing you can do is fully understand the process, fully understand exactly what you will be doing; this will give you peace of mind when vaping which is the most important thing to living with a Mental Health Condition.

Why does vaping make my heart beat faster?

Sometimes this happens due to the effects that vaping has on your throat, lungs, and heart. It’s common for your heart to start beating faster/slower after pulling on your vaporizer. This could be seen as a danger to someone with anxiety, so they start getting scared. It’s also quite common for vaping to cause loss of breath or tight lungs, something else that could trigger an anxiety attack.

What happens if you don't get enough nicotine?

You know that you have an addiction, and if you don’t get enough nicotine, you’ll start feeling angry, upset, or simply lazy. You realize that you can’t vape as much as you normally do this week, so you set yourself milestones and limits to the amount you can vape per day. You could even purchase higher nicotine juices to help reduce your vape amount.

Does vaping help with depression?

Due to the relaxing nature of the device, as mentioned above, vaping has been known to help people fight mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

Is vaping bad for you?

It’s important to understand that these side effects are a known thing, and it will happen when you’re vaping. It’s perfectly normal, and nothing bad is happening to you.

Anyone else notice that cold air helps calm anxiety?

When I worked at a restaurant a few years back, I used to get really bad anxiety before I started taking meds. I would go into the walk in freezers for like 10 min and it would calm me down. Idk if it was the time alone to breathe or the cold air that slowed my heart rate but it helped.

I today cried in job interview and i feel so terrible

I really hate myself, how come a full adult to just cry like that. I'm so angry with myself, how can i function in society

I finally talked to my girlfriend about something that was worrying me

I find it difficult to bring up topics that are worrying me, especially if they involve her in any way. After a few weeks of me stewing on this, I brought it up to her. She was patient, understanding and totally reassured me. When I left, I got the hug I'd needed for a while.

Does anyone else hate themselves when your anxiety starts up again heavily after a long period of good mental health?

Currently experiencing rather frequent panic attacks again after having been confined to my own home for the last 2 weeks or so due to another health issue. Before that I was doing rather well for months on end and thought I had my anxiety rather well under control... But I guess isolation isn't doing my mental health any good.

How to not feel like vaping?

Shake up your routine. Varying your usual routine can help you avoid situations that make you feel like vaping.

What to know before quitting vaping?

Before starting the quitting process, you’ll also want to identify your triggers — the cues that make you want to vape. These can be physical, social, or emotional.

What are the triggers for vaping?

Triggers vary from person to person, but common ones include: emotions like stress, boredom, or loneliness. doing something you connect to vaping, like hanging out with friends who vape or taking a break at work. seeing other people vaping. experiencing withdrawal symptoms.

How to manage cravings?

taking a quick walk or step outside for a change of scenery. texting a quit smoking program. playing a game or solving a crossword or number puzzle. Taking care of physical needs like hunger and thirst by eating balanced meals and staying hydrated can also help you manage cravings more successfully.

How to quit a job if you haven't already?

If you haven’t already, allow yourself some time to think about what’s motivating you to quit. This is an important first step. Determining these reasons can increase your chance of success.

What to do when you are craving vapes?

Come up with a list of things you can do to deal with the craving in the moment, such as: practicing deep breathing. trying a short meditation. taking a quick walk or step outside for a change of scenery.

Does quitting work?

That said, gradually quitting can still work for some people. If you decide to go this route, just remember to keep your end goal of quitting completely in sight.

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