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Preparing to Quit

Good preparation increases the likelihood that you’ll succeed with quitting this time round.

This section will help you to understand your smoking and offer advice on the most effective products and methods to maximise your chances.

Part of good preparation is seeking out and organising support. This includes both guidance from an advisor or coach (like Quitline and QuitCoach) and the choice of effective quitting methods (like nicotine replacement products or quitting medication).

Based on research, the most effective way to quit is:

Coaching + Nicotine Replacement Product or Quitting Medication

Coaching Selection Guide

Coaching options are below. Click "View details" for more information.

Method Respected Provider Level of Support Cost Availability Personal Style Tips
Yes You can choose low, medium or high Cost of a local call (except on mobile phones) Available by phone most days People who like talking on the phone, like one-on-one contact and want strong support
Call the Quitline before you quit. Your chances of quitting are better if you speak with an advisor several times. The most effective way to quit is to combine Quitline with either a nicotine replacement product or quitting medication.
Yes Medium Cost of Internet access Constant People who prefer using a computer
Use QuitCoach several times while you are quitting. The most effective way to quit is to combine QuitCoach with either a nicotine replacement product or quitting medication.
Use the quality checklist to make sure Low Varies, often free Constant People who like to read and learn alone and people who prefer using a computer without much support
Tips: Practise the suggested exercises.
See registered health professional who is trained in helping people quit smoking. High Varies Usually at set times and locations People who prefer a one-to-one contact and want to talk to an advisor at scheduled times.
Check the advice covers problem solving and skills training, such as recognising smoking triggers and planning for risky situations.

 

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