To quit drinking is not an easy task. In fact, it may be one of the most difficult journeys you may ever undertake. But this doesn’t mean that you need to give up hope. The most important thing is for you to take that first step to stop drinking. If you quit drinking suddenly and begin to feel the signs of alcohol withdrawal symptoms, there may be two main questions in your mind: Is this normal? and How long does it last? Everyone experiences withdrawal differently. There is no "normal" and there’s no way to predict exactly what symptoms you may experience. Although, here’s a timeline of what you can expect: Timeline of Symptoms After You Quit Drinking Generally, you may notice the withdrawal symptoms within hours to a day or two after your last drink. They are similar to withdrawal symptoms of drug addiction . 1. 2 to 12 hours after you quit drinking Your alcohol withdrawal symptoms will start. It may inclu...