Quit Tobacco: Campus Resources for Everyone

Are you ready to quit tobacco? The latest scientific research shows that a combination of medication and counseling is your best chance at successfully quitting. These campus and online resources can help!

• Pick up a Quit Kit in the Crossroads office: Student Rec Center #104
• Schedule an appointment for professional help making your quit plan: just call 910-962-4135
• Talk to your health care provider in the Abrons Student Health Center about medications to help you quit.
• Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW to talk to a personal coach 24/7.

Check out these helpful websites:

• The MayoClinic's BecomeanEX.org
• Check out all the tools on Smokefree.gov
• The NC Quitline
• Need specialized help quitting smokeless tobacco? Check out this excellent resource: www.killthecan.org

Here are a few suggestions from successful quitters:

• Have a plan - get a Crossroads Quit Kit, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW
• Make a list of your reasons for quitting and post them where you will see them regularly
• Identify your triggers and ways to avoid them
• Prepare for withdrawal symptoms
• Create rewards for yourself
• Get a support buddy or group
• Change your habits and routines - get rid of lighters and ashtrays, clean your car and room
• Celebrate every success and learn from every relapse.