Stop Smoking Questions & Answers

TRUE - Children are four times more likely to take up smoking themselves if they see their parents and/or family members smoke.

TRUE - Studies show that when people stop smoking anxiety, depression and stress levels are lower and quality of life and positive mood improve.

Cigarettes do not reduce stress: only the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

TRUE - Children are especially vulnerable to the toxins in second-hand smoke because their airways are smaller and they breathe faster. Children of all ages are at risk because their lungs and immune systems aren't fully developed until they are teenagers.

Smoke remains on your clothing and in your breath for several hours after your last cigarette.

FALSE - The number of 'cold turkey' quitters is really low - less than 10%.

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TRUE - Successful quitters see past attempts as practice and experience to learn from. Using a stop smoking service and medication such as nicotine replacement products can greatly increase your chances of quitting for good.

FALSE - The more you smoke during your pregnancy the greater the risk of complications, but cutting down the number of cigarettes you smoke will not reduce the risks to you and the baby. Quitting at any time helps to reduce harm.

TRUE - Children in particular are sensitive to tobacco smoke and those who live with people who are smokers have higher rates of asthma then those living with people who do not smoke.