These 5 Android apps can help you quit smoking
A recent study published by the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World revealed that almost seven out of ten Indian smokers are aware of the negative consequences of smoking, but 53% still can't quit. It's quite likely you might be among that 53%, if you smoke. I know I am. Regardless, if you're seriously considering quitting, these 5 Android apps can help.
Details of the study
The study by the Foundation for a Smoke-Free Society was a global survey spanning 13 countries, which saw the participation of 17,000 people, including 3,296 Indians. It found that 68% of smokers were "well-informed" about the dire consequences of smoking.
QuitNow is another app which boasts a strong online community
QuitNow is yet another app with a strong online community. Boasting over 2 million community members, the app has a huge social network, and is available in over 44 languages. Additionally, it offers other standard features like a consumption tracker, health benefits tracker, savings tracker and so on. The app also has a milestone feature to keep you motivated in your quitting journey.
Quit Smoking: Cessation Nation offers features, and community support
Quit Smoking: Cessation Nation is a free app on Android which helps users distract themselves from cigarette cravings and enables them to record and track data about their smoking activities, keep tabs on money saved from not smoking, see how much their bodies have improved, etc. Additionally, it has a strong online community of smokers and non-smokers for help and guidance.
Smoke Free gives you relatively detailed health reports
Smoke Free not only tracks cigarette consumption, savings, and health benefits, but also offers detailed progress reports, as well as health reports. The progress dashboard on the app tracks your health status, offering insights on carbon monoxide, oxygen, blood pressure levels. Additionally, users can record their cravings, and get helpful advice on dealing with them. It also offers badges for achievements.
This app uses hypnotherapy to help you quit
If the unorthodox approach is your style, then you might want to check out the Quit Smoking with Andrew Johnson app, which is part of hypnotherapist Andrew Johnson's app series. It is an audio programme designed to make users drift into "deep relaxation" to curb smoking habits. Additionally, it provides suggestions for improving motivation, will power, and the like. It is a paid app.
Craving to Quit is a Yale University-designed quitting programme
Meanwhile, if you're more convinced by endorsements by scientists and academicians, then you needn't look beyond Craving to Quit. The app is based on a 21-day smoking cessation programme developed and tested by Yale University, and offers daily instructional audios/videos, goal-setting options, a cigarette consumption tracker, reminders for check-in, etc. Additionally, premium users can access live in-app coaching to augment their efforts.
