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I have consumed approx. 3 beers a day, over the past 14 years. I am 39 years old, 175 lbs. I have minimized the negative consequences of my daily consumption of 2-4 beers a day. However, I have tried quitting before, and experienced mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms.
I have not drank alcohol in 8 days. I am very determined to quit drinking alcohol. With that being said, i am wondering how long I can expect to have withdrawal symptoms such as feeling mentally exhausted and irritable?

How long does irritability and anxiety last once you stop drinking alcohol.

I’ve been drinking lots of beer for 15 years and recently have been drinking almost daily this past year.

I noticed i get irritable and anxious when I’m not drinking.

What can i expect when I quit?
Finchy : Wow, you are good. I couldn’t ask for a better answer. Every thing you said makes sense.

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After getting out of a rehab center for 21 days, would one still have alcohol withdrawal symptoms? If so, how long would they last?

Withdrawal symptoms of alcohol use can last anywhere from a few hours to 10 days, and severe alcoholics can enter into a period of psychosis that lasts for days and months. Learn about the physiological symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, such as nausea and headaches, withhelp from a licensed mental health counselor in this free video on alcohol abuse. Expert: David Thomas Contact: WTGTampa.com Bio: Dr. David Thomas has been certified as a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Florida since 1986 and in the National Board of Certified Counselors since 1987. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

A good friend of mine has been very concerned about some symptoms he’s been experiencing over the past 2 weeks. He says he sometimes feels like the ground is virbating underneath him. When he sits or lays down, the underside of his legs internally and rapidly pulse fairly constantly. Every once in awhile, it will temporarily go away.

I was doing research and found that shakiness or muscle tremors are very common for withdrawal victims, however I’m under the impression this window of time is only a few days…certainly not two weeks…

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I have been drinking vodka heavy for 2 years. I stopped this habit yesterday, but I’m having very annoying symptoms. My hands are shaking, I’m nauseous, light-headed, and had cold sweats all night. Also kept waking up with a feeling that something was crawling on my body. Also bruise way too easily. How long can I expect this to go on? When does it start getting better? Any personal experiences would be greatly appreciated!

I’ve had alcohol problem and i quit drinking months ago, but i’m still getting cravings. I thought once you go cold turkey these feelings would stop after a matter of weeks! How long does it usually take for an addiction to go before you can start drinking again?

I have been binge drinking daily, 10-12 beers for the last couple of months only.

I have not drank in almost 3 days.

I still don’t feel good, lots of anxiety.

How long will this last, what should I expect?

I have been drinking about 1/2 to 1 bottle (a fifth) of rum everyday for months now. I am qutting today and the doctor gave me ativan for the withdrawl symptoms but I am still nervous and anxious. How long can I expect the symptoms to last? I have not been vomiting but I am a little shaky and have diarhhea. I had my last drink at 9PM EST last night. I already know about AA and am going to that too, but I just want to know how long I can expect to be physically ill and when I should stop taking the ativan. Thanks.