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Alcohol Withdrawal Timeline. When an indulgent drinker suddenly stops drinking completely after a period of heavy and prolonged alcohol abuse, the body will go into a state of shock as a result of withdrawal. The symptoms can range from mildly annoying to extreme discomfort.
While the physical symptoms of withdrawal might last only a few days or a week, the psychological withdrawal, such as depression or dysphoria, can last for weeks. For detailed information about withdrawal symptoms associated with specific drugs, please see: Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms. Not everyone who stops drinking alcohol has withdrawal symptoms, but most people who quit suddenly after drinking for any length of time can experience a wide range of symptoms. Many times those symptoms will trigger a relapse. See also: Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms Day By Day.