How to help with withdrawals?

Dealing with withdrawals can be a challenging experience. It’s not only physically uncomfortable but also emotionally draining. Whether you’re going through withdrawal symptoms after quitting smoking or drugs, the experience can be overwhelming.

But worry no more! We’ve compiled some tips and tricks that will help you overcome your struggles during this difficult time.

Understanding Withdrawals

Before diving into how to alleviate withdrawal symptoms, it’s important to understand what they are and why they occur.

Withdrawal occurs when an addictive substance or behavior is discontinued, causing physical and psychological changes in the body. This happens because our brains become dependent on certain substances such as nicotine, caffeine, alcohol, or drugs for pleasure and satisfaction.

When these substances are removed from our system abruptly (which is ideally done under medical supervision) – our brain signals distortions in their regions of reward centers leaving us feeling miserable until we return back and relapse consumption of such drug like substances which give us short term pleasure but long-term damages.

Symptoms of Withdrawal

Symptoms vary depending on the type of substance one has been consuming however common signs include:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Irritability
  • Insomnia
  • Nausea/vomiting
  • Sweating/hot flashes/fever/chills
  • Headache/migraine/dizziness
  • Hallucinations/seizures/blurred vision/slowed breathing

These symptoms may last from hours up to several weeks based on factors such as length/degree-of-addiction-levels etc.

Now without further ado let’s look at ways where one might help get rid off those pesky withdrawals!

First things first: Water!

This might sound simple but drinking water can quickly improve many aspects caused by dehydration including; headaches / muscle pain , tiredness feelings & most importantly getting rid off toxins quicker.
Drinking 2 liters if not more each day could go along way to better -controlling withdrawal symptoms

Exercise your way through withdrawals

Research shows that exercise leads to the release of endorphins, improving one’s moods and even reducing cravings. Every time you feel the need for a free high get down and do push-ups, squats or engage in any other physical activity as an alternative It might seem far-fetched or a tough task but physical mediocrity at this point is less excruciating than going back on your drug like substance.

Further, exercising will also reduce anxiety and depression levels while promoting deeper sleep releases.

Relaxation techniques

Practicing meditation & regular breathing exercises provide comfort by calming one’s heart rate/mind thus offering reliefs from mental discomforts such as anxiety/panic attacks
Alternatively consider body massage sessions to help relieve those tense muscles

Diet alterations

During withdrawal periods most people have suppressed appetites, Try eat some light meals however ensure they are nutrient-filled meals which come up handy in sustaining energy flow/replenishing ones system i.e Veggies/fruits smoothies, whole-grain foods etc

Avoid exotic diets or extreme eat patterns! You want stable-regular nutrition not worse gastro-intestinal issues during this period °◡°

Also caffeinated drinks & sugars should be avoided ,as it spikes blood sugar lowering insulin resistance too quickly exposes us again to risks of mood swings/savage hunger pangs

Surround yourself with Supportive peers

Going through withdrawals times can be lonely-enough without having negative energies around oneself: so seek companionship with supportive individuals who understand what you are experiencing particularly those who’ve gone before; They will encourage/talk/support/counsel/break room-laughs where needed. You don’t always have-to-go-it-alone ✌️

If low on figureheads there several forums/organizations out there giving anonymous/non-judgmental platform-serves all around the globe – take advantage of them!

Conclusion

Withdrawal symptoms can leave you feeling helpless and defeated, but remember that it’s a temporary stage. The sensations are working on your progress for better; By following these simple steps (though easy to sound they might require great effort), one could lower his/her risk factors by up-to 60% while preventing any long-term health/behavioral risks.

Remember: taking care of oneself doesn’t require making gigantic steps or bold moves toward “Life-altering-moments”. However embracing tiny-small changes & positive self-care habits can lead to longstanding results/dynamic emotions-affects which will play out in resilience and bright future ⭐️

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