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Quitting smoking
Information and support
For information and support to quit smoking:
- visit besmokefree.com.au
- phone Quitline on 13 78 48
- download My QuitBuddy on:
- talk to your GP or health professional.
If you are Aboriginal or a Torres Strait Islander person who wants to quit smoking, the Quitline has Aboriginal counsellors available to support you. Call 13 78 48.
If you are a mum-to-be wanting information about quitting smoking, visit the Quitnow website.
For more information and tools to help you quit, such as the apps My Quit Buddy and Quit for You - Quit for Two, visit Quitnow website.
Withdrawal and cravings
It’s understandable to be anxious about withdrawal and cravings if you are planning a quit attempt. But there are ways to make yourself more comfortable when stopping smoking. Visit the I'm thinking of quitting page.
Withdrawal/recovery symptoms
Withdrawal is the body's response to getting rid of its dependence on nicotine. Some people prefer to give withdrawal symptoms a more positive spin by calling them ‘recovery symptoms’. For information about how to cope with them, visit the I want to stay quit — Tips for the tough times page.
Cravings
Even when you are no longer smoking, your body may crave a cigarette, particularly in situations where you used to smoke. For more information about dealing with cravings, see Coping with cravings.
Reasons to quit smoking
Visit the why should I quit? page on the besmokefree website for some good reasons to quit smoking.