I have never tried that method but have tried mcold turkey several times and have failed. On Friday of this past week I bought the patch and of course complained about the expenses but once I added up the cigs. that I spoke in two weeks found this to be basiclaly inexpensive method of trying to quit. This morning I woke up and took a shower and decided to put the patch on. I have to admit though I did not wake up thinking that today was the day. So far it has been okaybut right now I am having a difficult time because I usually smoke more in the evening time and having issues. The cravings are there but the patch helped out alot I htink. I have drank a 2 liter of Pepsi so far because I am craving sugar in the worse way. My mood is self absorbed I don't have the patience to talk to anyone even my kids. I am hoping that tomorrow will be alittle easier but if not I will try nand that is all I can do. My friend told me just quit for the day. She has not smoked in over two years now. So I have quit for today! When I wake up tomorrow I will know what happens at that time. Good luck to your friend