Support groups for people quitting smoking

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Support groups for people quitting smoking

Support groups provide encouragement, social support, and tips for success. Contact your local health department for information on support groups in your area for people who are trying to quit smoking.

Simply surrounding yourself with people who care about your success and are also struggling with their own addiction can motivate you to keep trying.

Support groups may be as effective as professional counseling.
Volunteer agencies, health plans, and hospitals often sponsor support groups for people who are trying to quit smoking. Look for announcements and flyers. You can also check with your employee assistance program (EAP).
For those with computers and online capabilities, the Internet community provides ways of getting together with others who are quitting.

Support groups may not be offered at the exact time that you may need them. You may have to rearrange your schedule or find a more convenient group.

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Author	Debby Golonka, MPH
Author	Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MS
Editor	Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA
Associate Editor	Michele Cronen
Primary Medical Reviewer	Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer	John Hughes, MD - Psychiatry
Last Updated	July 24, 2007

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Last updated:	July 24, 2007
Author:	Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MS
Reviewed By:	Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine, John Hughes, MD - Psychiatry
Editors:	Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Michele Cronen

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