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  “ First you take a drink, then the drink takes a drink, then the drink  takes you “ In today’s society drinking is considered an important social activity. Some seek refuge from stress in alcohol while some believe it to be a potential remedy for insomnia and anxiety. But, drinking also comes with some major downsides. Even moderate drinking can make you feel groggy and hungover. The more you drink the more unhealthy you are likely to be. You may develop: Disturbed sleep Digestive problems Memory issues Irritability, anxiety, short temper, and depression. Conflicts and quarrels with your loved ones. These problems keep piling up and there comes a moment when you are not able to deal with them anymore and you realize it’s time for a break. Nowadays, more and more people are taking a closer look at the role alcohol plays in their life. EXPLORE YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH ALCOHOL Why do you drink: The very first step is to ask yourself why you drink. Is it to deal with your emotion...

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...

Alcohol causes a disruption in the regular neurotransmitter levels in the brain. This makes the brain become used to the artificial interference making it more reliant on alcohol to stabilise these levels. Alcohol addiction causes the dopamine and GABA activity in the brain to be altered. This causes uncomfortable and even intense withdrawal symptoms when someone tries to quit drinking. To make the decision to quit alcohol after being addicted to it is one of the bravest things a person can do. But, you obviously will have some questions like ‘What happens after you stop drinking?’ ‘What kind of withdrawal symptoms can you expect?’ ‘Is what you’re feeling normal?’. Well, don’t worry. Just read on to find the answers. Quitting alcohol cold-turkey, especially after being an addict for a long time can be problematic. As soon as you quit you will experience psychological and physical symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. These symptoms may be mild or severe, based on how much alcohol you regular...