Smoking is dangerous. If you or a loved one are considering quitting, it’s important to know that there are many approaches to help you do it.
The best way to quit smoking is to find a support group that is dedicated to helping you quit. If you don’t know of any, or if you find yourself overwhelmed by all of the options, here are some of the options available to you:
- National Quit Smoking Program
This free program is available to anyone who would like to quit smoking, regardless of age. The program has an online chat available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for people who want to quit smoking quickly and easily. You can also call the National Quit Smoking Program at 1800QUIT-QUIT (18006264386) any time of the day or night.
Smokefree.gov
Smokefree.gov is a national, free, smoke-free initiative. It’s the largest, most comprehensive public awareness and education campaign in the world to help people quit smoking and stay smoke-free. The initiative is available to anyone who would like to get more information about it.
National Cancer Institute
The National Cancer Institute is a division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The division is dedicated to ensuring that everyone has access to high-quality cancer care. The division also runs a free, toll-free, smoking cessation line at 1800QUIT-QUIT (18006264386).
The National Cancer Institute also has a free, toll-free, tobacco-free call line at 1800QUIT-QUIT (18006264386), Monday through Friday, 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
The National Cancer Institute also regularly posts helpful news and resources as well as educational materials online at www.cancer.gov/smoking.
American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is devoted to saving lives by preventing, understanding, and treating cancer.
The American Cancer Society has published a number of publications to help you quit smoking.
American Lung Association
The American Lung Association’s website, www.lung.org, is dedicated to helping people quit smoking. They also have a free, toll-free, tobacco-free call line at 1800QUIT-QUIT (18006264386) Monday through Friday, 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Take a Quiz
The best way to quit smoking is to take an online quiz. You can take one here, and it will help you understand your level of nicotine dependence. If you think you might have an addiction, you can take the quiz here to find out how much nicotine you are addicted to.
Smoke-Free Workplaces
Smoke-Free Workplaces is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people quit smoking. They have a free, toll-free, tobacco-free call line at 1800QUIT-QUIT (18006264386) Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., for people who want to quit smoking.
National Institute on Drug Abuse
National Institute on Drug Abuse is the nation’s premier public health research organization. Their website, www.nida.nih.gov, has many resources to help you quit smoking. You will find information about the effects of nicotine addiction, the effects of nicotine withdrawal, tips to stay smoke-free, and some helpful information.
Free Online Quiz
You can take the free online quiz here to find out how much nicotine you are addicted to.
The Health Professional’s Guide to Quitting Smoking
The Health Professional’s Guide to Quitting Smoking is a book written by a medical doctor and an addiction treatment specialist. The book provides information about the various options available to people who want to quit smoking. It also provides a self-test to help you find out how much nicotine you are addicted to.
The Health Professional’s Guide to Quitting Smoking is available for free at www.smokefree.gov.
The Quitter’s Handbook
The Quitter’s Handbook is a book written by a medical doctor and an addiction treatment specialist. The book provides information about what to expect when you quit smoking, including some helpful tips for people who are new to smoking and quitting.
The Quitter’s Handbook is available for free at www.smokefree.gov.
The Quitter’s Handbook is also available for purchase at your local bookstore.
Quitting Smoking: The Ultimate Guide
Quitting Smoking: The Ultimate Guide is a self-help book written by a medical doctor and an addiction treatment specialist. The book provides information about what to expect when you quit smoking, including some helpful tips for people who are new to smoking and quitting.
Quitting Smoking: The Ultimate Guide is available for free at www.smokefree.gov.
Smoking Cessation Resources
These resources provide information about quitting smoking and help you get started on a path to a smoke-free life.
Smoking Cessation Institute
Smoking Cessation Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people quit smoking, including free, toll-free, tobacco-free call lines at 1800QUIT-QUIT (18006264386).
Smoking Cessation Institute has a free, toll-free, tobacco-free self-test to help you find out how much nicotine you are addicted too. There are also other resources on their website to help you quit smoking. This includes information about nicotine replacement products, nicotine-free products, and other resources you can use to help you quit.
Nicotine Anonymous
Nicotine Anonymous is a free, toll-free, tobacco-free, anonymous support group for people who want to quit smoking. You can call 1800QUIT-QUIT (18006264386) to get help from a trained volunteer who can answer your questions and help you get started on a path to a smoke-free life.
Nicotine Anonymous is available at http://www.nicotine-anonymous.org.
Nicotine Anonymous is also available to purchase from their website for $7.95.
Quit Today
Quit Today is an internet-based program that helps you quit smoking, including free, toll-free, tobacco-free call lines at 1800QUIT-QUIT (18006264386).
Quit Today also has a free, toll-free, confidential, tobacco-free self-test to help you find out how much nicotine you are addicted too. If you think that you might have an addiction, you can take the test here.
Quit Today is available for purchase at www.quittoday.com.
Smoke-Free America, Inc. (SFA)
Smoke-Free America is a non-profit organization committed to helping people quit smoking. They have a free, toll-free, tobacco-free call line at 1800QUIT-QUIT (18006624384).
For more information, visit www.smokefreeamerica.com or call 1800QUIT-QUIT.
National Association of Cigar and Pipe Retailers
Members of the National Association of Cigar and Pipe Retailers are dedicated to helping people quit smoking cigar and pipe smoking by providing resources and support to help you quit.
National Association of Tobacco Outlets
The National Association of Tobacco Outlets (NATO) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the health of tobacco users by promoting tobacco-free alternatives.
National Association of Tobacco Outlets (NATO) has a free, toll-free, tobacco-free call line at 1800QUIT-QUIT (18006624384).
Next steps
If you are ready to take the next step, there are resources to help you quit on this website.
If you are ready to quit, but need help getting started, call 1800QUIT-QUIT.
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