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What is the best way to quit smoking?

13 doctors weighed in across 7 answers

Cold turkey: Most people say to set a quit date and abruptly stop on that date. There are several methods, however, talk to your doctor. The involvement of your doctor greatly increases your success rate.

Answered 2/28/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Patchwork Quilt: Develop a plan before you stop smoking. Chose a date that you plan to stop. Let your friends & family know so that they can support you. Get rid of cigarettes, lighters, ashtrays etc. Stay away from people who are smoking so that it won't trigger the urge to smoke. Consider using a smoking cessation App, a quitline, smokefree TXT or joining a support group. Medications can also be used.

Answered 7/9/2017

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Quit smoking: Support groups help. Also hypnosis is worth a try. Also work with your physician on medical detox. With zyban, nicoderm (nicotine patch) patches & other remedies to help come off of cravings.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Determination,med: Strong determination is very important.Then you need to see the doctor to get med such as zyban, or Chantix .There is also Nicotrol (nicotine patch) patch otc, as well. Your dotor can determinewhich one proper for you. As lon as you have strong willpower to quit smoking.

Answered 12/28/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Many options: There are many options to help with smoking cessation to include medications such as Zyban, Chantix, nicotine gum & patches. Acupuncture & hypnosis are helpful. Being part of an organized program uses a variety of approaches. Check out: https://smokefree.gov/

Answered 8/24/2019

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Dr. Liawaty Ho answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

Commited: The best way to quit smoking is by making a commitment to yourself. It is a big commitment but by doing it- you do youself a favor. Big time. Make a commitment, set up the date when you will stop smoking completely and really do it. Do not make any excuses to go back to pick up your cigarette. Everything is about your mind. If you think you can do it- you can do it.

Answered 5/6/2013

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Everyone is: different but setting target date to stop and then stopping completely on that day can be effective. Learning some self-hypnosis can support this plan of action. Chewing gum or eating mints is useful, especially at high risk times like coffee breaks. Peace and good health.

Answered 5/30/2016

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