I also started vaping today. Didn't really quit smoking yet, though. Cigarettes are easier. I didn't know that this vaping could be so complicated!

I now think patches may be a better and maybe healthier option.

I tried strong and lots of nicotine gum and cigarettes when (already) manic. It did help, so I had to stop taking it, obviously. He who burns bridges can't afford to slow down. But I learned from that and won't ever try to get, stay or become more manic again. (Did that convince anyone!? )

But now I'm determined to use it as maintenance treatment. Maybe combining patches and vaping. Near-toxically. I'm only worried about not being able to move easily/smoothly or at all. Trade-offs. That might still be better than antipsychotic Parkinsonism, though. Maybe they can cancel each other out.