Quit together to live better campaign
Quitting smoking isn’t just good for your physical health – it can also make you feel happier and more in control.
Did you know that one in five people in Surrey living with a long-term mental health condition currently smoke? Many believe smoking helps manage stress, but research shows the opposite. Giving up smoking can reduce stress, anxiety and depression, helping to improve your overall wellbeing.
Nicotine tricks the brain into thinking it’s needed to stay calm, but in reality, it interferes with your natural ability to feel good. Within weeks of quitting, your brain begins to rebalance dopamine – the “happy hormone” – helping you feel calmer, brighter and less stressed.
New campaign to support smokers in Surrey
A new regional campaign is challenging the myth that smoking relieves stress and asking residents: what makes you happy?
Watch the video below to find out more.
Free local support to help you quit
It doesn’t matter how long you’ve smoked or how many times you’ve tried to quit – support works. One You Surrey offers free one-to-one advice and quit aids to help you start your smoke-free journey.
Start today and take the first step towards feeling happier and healthier.
Visit One You Surrey for more information.
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