29 Mar What Are Common Symptoms of Drug Withdrawal, And How to Cope?

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Drug withdrawal, also known as detox, is the process your body goes through when you stop using drugs. Drugs are highly addictive substances that cause chemical reactions within your brain and body.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]Therefore, when you decide to stop using them, your body doesn't know how to react, resulting in painful psychological and physical symptoms. The degree and severity of withdrawal symptoms will vary depending on what types of drugs you are taking. Symptoms will also vary depending on how long you've been addicted to the drug in question and how high your tolerance has become. In general, however, people who have been using stronger drugs for an extended period and have built up a high tolerance will experience the worst withdrawal symptoms. While withdrawal is painful and uncomfortable, it's a necessary step if you want to overcome your drug addiction and retake control of your life. This article will tell you what to expect during the withdrawal process based on the type of drug you have been using. We'll also look at coping with these symptoms and the best way to overcome your addiction permanently.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text el_class="toc"] Table of Contents: Drug withdrawal Alcohol withdrawal Heroin and opiate withdrawal Marijuana withdrawal Benzodiazepine withdrawal Cocaine withdrawal How to cope Medication assisted detox Professional Detox [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_separator type="small" position="center" width_in_percentages="yes" transparency="0.5" thickness="0.5" up="40" down="20" color="#eaeaea" width="40"][vc_column_text] Alcohol withdrawal symptoms and process Alcohol addiction is one of the most common forms of addiction in the United States and worldwide.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator type="small" position="center" width_in_percentages="yes" transparency="0.5" thickness="0.5" up="40" down="20" color="#eaeaea" width="40"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_empty_space height="10px"][vc_column_text]Many people develop alcoholism over time due to repeated and increasing levels of social drinking. Others turn to alcohol to cope with physical or emotional pain. Here are some physical and psychological symptoms you may experience when you decide to stop using alcohol after forming an addiction. Symptoms typically start within 6 to 8 hours from the last time you consumed alcohol and can last several days.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2633" img_size="full" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space height="16px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text] Physical symptoms Shaky hands and tremors Nervous sweats Body aches and pains Headaches Vomiting Nausea Diarrhea Elevated blood pressure Fever Seizures [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text] Psychological symptoms Confusion and difficulty processing thoughts Hallucinations Extreme irritability Temporary personality shifts Insomnia and trouble sleeping Feeling anxious or stressed Paranoia Disorientation [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The severity of your symptoms will depend on how long you've been drinking alcohol and your tolerance. Some people will experience very few symptoms, while others will relapse because the symptoms are unbearable. Additionally, symptoms typically worsen after several days before suddenly subsiding. [/vc_column_text][vc_separator type="normal" transparency="0.5" thickness="0.5" up="40" down="20"][vc_column_text] Heroin and opiate withdrawal symptoms and process [/vc_column_text][vc_separator type="small" position="center" width_in_percentages="yes" transparency="0.5" thickness="0.5" up="40" down="20" color="#eaeaea" width="40"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]When it comes to drug withdrawal, detoxing from heroin and opiates is especially painful and difficult. Withdrawing from these substances often results in severe symptoms and is more difficult than detoxing from most other addictive substances. Despite how awful heroin and opiate withdrawal symptoms are, they typically subside after several days or a week, with milder symptoms lasting several weeks. You may start feeling withdrawal symptoms 8 to 24 hours after your last use.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="304" img_size="full" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space height="16px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text] Physical symptoms Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Body aches and pains Intermittent fevers Chills Brain zaps Muscle cramps Watery discharges from the nose and eyes Abdominal cramps Goosebumps Dilated pupils Heavy sweating [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text] Psychological symptoms Insomnia Anxiety and stress Agitation and irritability Confusion Hallucinations Excessive yawning [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]As with alcohol, the severity of your symptoms depends on your tolerance and how long you have abused opioids. In general, however, everyone will experience symptoms regardless of their usage history when detoxing from heroin and other opiates.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator type="normal" transparency="0.5" thickness="0.5" up="40" down="20"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Marijuana withdrawal symptoms and process Compared to the withdrawal symptoms of other drugs, marijuana withdrawal symptoms are fairly minor. Part of the reason that marijuana withdrawal is easier is because of how it affects the brain and the fact that it is not considered as addictive as other drugs.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator type="small" position="center" width_in_percentages="yes" transparency="0.5" thickness="0.5" up="40" down="20" color="#eaeaea" width="40"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]However, just because symptoms are not as severe doesn't mean it is easy to withdraw from marijuana. Marijuana withdrawal symptoms typically start within one to three days of when you last used cannabis. Symptoms will last up to one week, with lingering withdrawal symptoms lasting much longer.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]While these symptoms may not be as severe as with harder drugs, they are likely to be present nonetheless. Having a strong support system around you can help prevent you from giving in to your cravings and resuming marijuana use.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2634" img_size="full" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space height="16px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text] Physical symptoms Headaches Changes in appetite or loss of appetite Intermittent sweats Night sweats Chills Body aches and pains Indigestion and nausea Vomiting and diarrhea Fluctuations in weight [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text] Psychological symptoms Extreme cravings for marijuana Anxiety Stress Depression Irritability A short fuse Insomnia and sleep issues Sudden mood swings and changes [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_separator type="normal" transparency="0.5" thickness="0.5" up="40" down="20"][vc_column_text] Benzodiazepine withdrawal symptoms and process More commonly known as ‘benzos’, benzodiazepines are a class of prescription drugs typically used to treat anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator type="small" position="center" width_in_percentages="yes" transparency="0.5" thickness="0.5" up="40" down="20" color="#eaeaea" width="40"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]Because of the conditions they treat, it can be easy to get addicted to benzodiazepines. Worry about your underlying condition can unintentionally lead you to a total dependency on benzos. Because of the conditions that benzos treat, the withdrawal process can be quite difficult. Whether your addiction stems from misusing benzos or simply using them too long, here are some symptoms you may experience.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2003" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space height="16px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text] Physical symptoms Body aches and pains ...