Suggested messages to use when giving advice on tobacco cessation
| Brief advice: |
| “Quitting is the best way to improve your health.” |
| Develop discrepancy: |
| “How do you think your smoking is affecting your loved ones?” |
| Express empathy: |
| “Many people worry about managing without cigarettes.” |
| Manage resistance: |
| “You are worried about how you would manage withdrawal symptoms.” |
| Personalized messages: |
| “The best way to prevent lung cancer is to quit smoking.” |
| “The best way to prevent another heart attack is to quit smoking.” |
| Connect to resources: |
| “There are many effective options. I can help you find the best effective treatment for you.” |
| Support self-efficacy: |
| “Would you like information about the benefits and strategies of quitting?” |