Which of the following is a helpful way to overcome an addiction to smoking tobacco?

A.Switch to smokeless tobacco, and use the nicotine patch to gradually withdraw from nicotine.
B.Avoid tobacco products and people who smoke, and attend group counseling sessions.
C.Take painkillers as a substitute for the drug, and then slowly reduce the dosage.
D.Avoid telling your friends of your plans to quit, and join a support group instead.