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Myth: Stopping smoking will Having support can really go a
threaten recovery for people in long way. Go with your friend WELL
treatment for substance abuse. or family member to their next
Truth: Studies show when indi- doctors and talk about options
viduals stop smoking there are to help them stop smoking. DRILLING
actually improvements in men- Promote the Maryland Quit-
tal illness symptoms and posi- line, 1-800-QUIT-NOW. It is a PLASTIC CASING
tive progress towards addiction no cost, phone-based program WELLS
recovery. Smoking is a trigger available designed to help any-
for substance use. For example, one 13 and older to stop smok- Commerical/Residential
when someone stops drinking ing. e person is paired up & Irrigation
and smoking at the same time with a “quit coach”, o en some-
they have a 25% greater chance one who previously smoked, to Also Gould
of long-term abstinence from build an individualized plan. Pumps
alcohol and illicit drugs! Nicotine replacement medica-
tions, like patches and gum may Lifetime Well
Stopping smoking is possible also be sent in the mail to quali- Drilling
for everyone. It’s important fying individuals for free. Call Kenny Wood
to be aware of resources that 410-479-0397
can help people stop smoking.
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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
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