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Why do you smoke?

Here are some statements made by people to describe what they get out of smoking cigarettes. How often do you feel this way when smoking?
Important: ANSWER EVERY QUESTION.

	Always	Frequently	Occasionally	Seldom	Never
I smoke cigarettes in order to keep myself from slowing down.
Handling a cigarette is part of the enjoyment of smoking it.
Smoking cigarettes is pleasant and relaxing.
I light up a cigarette when I feel angry about something.
When I have run out of cigarettes I find it almost unbearable until I can get them.
I smoke cigarettes automatically without even being aware of it.
I smoke cigarettes to stimulate me, to perk myself up.
Part of the enjoyment of smoking a cigarette comes from the steps I take to light up.
I find cigarettes pleasurable.
	Always	Frequently	Occasionally	Seldom	Never
When I feel uncomfortable or upset about something, I light up a cigarette.
I am very much aware of the fact when I am not smoking a cigarette.
I light up a cigarette without realizing I still have one burning in the ashtray.
I smoke cigarettes to give me a "lift".
When I smoke a cigarette, part of the enjoyment is watchinq the smoke as I exhale it.
I want a cigarette most when I am comfortable and relaxed.
When I feel "blue" or want to take my mind off cares and worries, I smoke cigarettes.
I get a real gnawing hunger for a cigarette when I haven't smoked for a while.
I've found a cigarette in my mouth and didn't remember putting it there.
	Always	Frequently	Occasionally	Seldom	Never

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