New York State Smokers' Quitline

"Why I Smoke" Test

5-Always; 4-Frequently; 3-Occasionally; 2-Seldom; 1-Never

Please Select one of the choices for all questions.
A. I smoke cigarettes to keep from slowing down.
B. Handling a cigarette is part of the enjoyment of smoking it.
C. Smoking cigarettes is pleasant and relaxing.
D. I light up a cigarette when I’m upset about something.
E. When I run out of cigarettes I find it almost unbearable.
F. I smoke automatically without even being aware of it.
G. I smoke to perk myself up.
H. Part of the enjoyment of smoking comes from the steps I take to light up.
I. I find cigarettes pleasurable.
J. When I feel uncomfortable about something, I light up a cigarette.
K. I am very much aware of the fact when I am not smoking.
L. I light up a cigarette without realizing I still have one burning in the ashtray.
M. I smoke to give myself a "lift."
N. Part of the enjoyment of smoking is in watching the smoke I exhale.
O. I want a cigarette most when I am comfortable and relaxed.
P. When I feel "blue" or want to take my mind off my cares, I smoke a cigarette.
Q. I get a real craving for a cigarette when I haven’t smoked for a while.
R. I’ve found a cigarette in my mouth and didn’t remember having put it there.

 

Please select one of the choices for all/missed questions