Many self-help materials and programs are available, including pamphlets, books, videotapes, audiotapes, and others. The effectiveness of self-help when used alone is inconsistent, and success rates are similar to those experienced by smokers who do not use any counseling.(6,43) However, smokers looking to quit on their own can easily get information and support tailored to their own needs through pamphlets/workbooks, online programs, or by telephone.
resources
SmokeFree.gov URL: www.smokefree.gov description: Has an online quit guide and other available resources.
Guide to Quitting Smoking -- American Cancer Society URL: www.cancer.org phone: 800-ACS-2345
Quit Smoking Action Plan -- American Lung Association URL: www.lungusa.org phone: 800-LUNG-USA
Tobacco Cessation Guidelines -- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services URL: www.surgeongeneral.gov/tobacco description: Has links to different quitting publications.
