There are many good reasons to stop smoking. Most people know that smoking is bad for their physical health. Stopping smoking can help to reduce your risk of developing cancer and heart disease, help you breathe more easily and give you more energy. You may also be worried about how much money it costs or be concerned about how it’s affecting your family’s health.
Smoking can also have a negative effect on your emotional wellbeing. This section can help you understand more about the link between mental health and smoking and help you find support in Leeds if you want to stop.
Find support
You can find services to help you stop smoking in the MindWell Directory including One You Leeds:
Apps and other resources
NHS.uk has more information about treatments for stopping smoking, tips for stopping, preventing a relapse and information about stopping smoking for your mental health
The Today is the Day campaign has information and resources.