KICK THE NIC

Kick the Nic is a youth tobacco cessation program that helps young people understand tobacco addiction and includes group sessions for teens who want to quit smoking. The program consists of ten sessions, which include a range of activities relevant to tobacco cessation. A recent study determined that 71% of participants who attended KTN took some sort of action towards smoking cessation during the program while 18% of participants quit. At the same time, 54% of participants increased self-efficacy in either quitting or reducing smoking.

The facilitator and peer assistants will guide participants through the program by providing a social situation that appeal to teens; supportive, relaxed and with plenty of incentives (snacks, prizes etc.). The program consists of a number of sessions on a variety of topics including reasons why teens use tobacco, vulnerable situations, dealing with nicotine cravings, and planning for quit day.

More information

For more information contact your local Tobacco Reduction Coordinator or email: vchtobaccoreduction@vch.ca