I can see where those features could absolutely be helpful but being the devils advocate I can also see where they turn into crutch tools. There is no better site for quitting smoking than this site on, the old platform or this new platform. It's the people that make this site. I feel this is a powerful SUPPORT group all inclusive. An emergency HELPLINE service would be a good addition. Being a support group, the individual has fewer chances to be nurtured through every hard moment but when that individual does make it through on their own, as they read, study, wait for replies from this support group they are stronger and their quit is stronger. (I think so anyway)... A little old school, work for it, tough it out, you can do it.
With that said, I could see where an emergency chat-line or other feature could be very encouraging and extremely helpful for newbies, absolutely. Who would be responsible for manning the lines 24/7? Would they expect instant replies? and what happens if they don't get them?
PS, I did try other sites and maybe they are advance, but very disjointed as a bonded group.The warm welcome from all the blogs and reach outs is what makes this site SPECIAL! It's the people that really make this site so effective but anything that can reach out to, and keep more people here is worth Serious and Deep Consideration and I agree whole heatedly with Terrie form that perspective.
