Tobacco smoking disproportionately affects the health and wellbeing of people who experience a mental health condition because of how much they smoke, the way they smoke and for how long they smoke. Although motivated to quit, these smokers experience several challenges such as high levels of tobacco dependence and fewer opportunities to give up. This article describes how common smoking is among people with a mental health condition, its impact and the use of licenced medicines to assist with quitting. It also briefly discusses the role electronic cigarettes can play in helping people with a mental health condition reduce harm from tobacco smoking. To read the full article, log in using your MPFT NHS OpenAthens details.