Smoking Cessation

For people who have made the decision to quit smoking.

Giving up smoking isn’t easy – but it’s one of the best things you can possibly do for your health. The Smoking Cessation Program is here for you when you’re ready to quit. It provides information, support and resources to help you succeed.

Quitting is more than just about not lighting up. It’s about putting in place the strategies and healthy lifestyle habits that will not only help you resist cravings, but also assist you to come out of your quit attempt healthier, more able to deal with stress without cigarettes, and better equipped for a smoke-free future.

Objectives
Program Overview

This program will help you to:

Learn tips and strategies for quitting and staying quit
Understand what to expect while quitting, physically and mentally
Be aware of situations and triggers that make you more likely to smoke
Chart your progress through withdrawal to becoming smoke-free
Manage your weight during the quitting process through diet and exercise during the quitting process.

Week	Module	Topic	Key Information
1	1	Breaking The Habit	Understand smoking withdrawal symptoms Learn effective quitting tips The benefits of quitting Information session on Asthma & Smoke Information session on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
1	2	Goal Setting & Strategies	Setting achievable goals to stay smoke-free How counselling can help with quitting Motivate yourself with the Smoking Cessation Chart
2	3	Crushing Cravings	Medications can help with quitting Tips for dealing with cravings Complete a Cravings Chart
2	4	Pressure Points	Understand your smoking triggers Develop strategies to deal with temptation Complete a Pressure Points Chart
3	5	Appetite For Life	Rediscover your appetite and senses of taste and smell Adapt your diet for long-term health
4	6	Self-Healing	How stress can derail your quit attempt Taking care of your mental health while quitting
5	7	Waist Management	Manage your weight while you're quitting
6	8	Moving On From Smoking	Why being physically active can help you quit
7	9	Relapse Prevention	How to prevent relapses Strategies for regrouping after a slip-up
8	10	Review & Reward	Review just how far you've come Maintain motivation to stay smoke-free Reward yourself for making your milestones
10	11	Touching Base	More tips and strategies for staying quit permanently
12	12	A Matter Of Balance	How a balanced, healthy lifestyle can help you stay smoke-free

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Smoking Cessation

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