A study observed that men and women both perceived smoking differently. Men smoked for the stronger effects of nicotine, while women smoked to regulate their mood or fit in a social setting. It was also shown that more women craved cigarette smoking while experiencing stressful episodes.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health-news/world-tobacco-day-does-smoking-affect-women-differently-than-men/articleshow/91913652.cms