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Quitting Smoking: How Support Groups Can Help

Overview

Support groups provide encouragement when you have decided to quit smoking. Support groups can:

Increase your chances of success.
Keep you motivated.
Allow you to express your feelings with others who understand.
Give you hope and the confidence to quit.
Improve your coping skills.
Teach you ways that have helped others quit for good.
Decrease your feelings of isolation.
Help you stay on track.

Support groups are available in many communities. Learn about programs and where to get help in Alberta and consider signing up for a tobacco cessation program or getting text messaging support from AlbertaQuits. Check with your doctor, your employee assistance program (EAP), or a local hospital.

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Adaptation Date: 08/18/2022

Adapted By: Alberta Health Services

Adaptation Reviewed By: Alberta Health Services

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