UMB Health Positive effects of social support

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  • LIFESTYLE ARTICLE_POSTED_BY: Yuriy Ilkovych
  • LIFESTYLE ARTICLE_POSTED_ON: Mar 11, 2016
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  • Category : Stop Unhealthy Habits » Quit Smoking
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Overview

  • Positive effects of social support

    One of the best ways to quit smoking is to join a community that is actively seeking to improve lives. We are envisioning a new social platform that aims to help people who want to quit smoking. We seek to do this through social support which people from all over the world will get to connect and help each other with whatever health issues they may have.

    On top of that, seeking social support can provide you with the following benefits.

    Encouragement



    Joining a social support group will make sure you are fully motivated even when you're on the verge of going back to smoking. You can rest assure that everyone else is going or went through the same thing as you and you know they got your back when you need some help.


    Healthy environment

    Joining a social support group gives you the opportunity of actually being in an environment that does away with bad habits completely. Being in a healthy environment will not only distract you from nicotine withdrawal but it will also help you focus your attention on recovery.


    Proper programs

    Social support groups often have more than enough professionals that help each one quit smoking entirely through successful programs and campaigns. These programs could either be rigid and guaranteed with a high success rate or flexible which will cater to each individual's needs.


    Outreach activity

    One of the best reasons for joining a social support group is not just to help yourself but to help others as well. There are plenty of ways to help people in the same situation as you such as organizing small events and seminars, supporting newcomers, and even arranging video conferences or online meetings for those who live across the globe.


    Stress-free


    Lastly, joining a social support group will mean the amount of stress you'll get will be significantly reduced and you'll have fewer reasons to smoke or even think of smoking. Your body will adjust in the best way possible and before you know it you've completely stopped