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Alcohol and sig addiction
I have been addicted to them for 2 years. I want to stop.
Suddenly once I have not drank for 2 days..I felt confused..no sleep..felt involuntary leg movements l...panic...palpitations...mood changes
What treatment is best for me. please advice
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Thanks for reaching out. You have been addicted to alcohol and cigarettes for two years and you want to quit. It is necessary to determine what has triggered smoking and alcohol addiction. Based on what you have mentioned it seems like you are having withdrawal symptoms. I suggest consulting a psychiatrist and psychologist. With a mental health professional, you can talk about what is triggering alcohol and smoking addiction. If there is a family history of anxiety or alcohol or smoking addiction, you can talk about it with a psychiatrist and psychologist.
To feel better I suggest consulting a psychiatrist and psychologist. You are determined to quit smoking and alcohol. With the help of a mental health professional, it is possible.
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Consult a psychiatrist and psychologist
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Contact me for counselling sessions. Along with counselling I can suggest natural foods to calm the mind.
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I’m glad you have decided to quit smoking and drinking.
The concerns that you’ve mentioned experiencing are withdrawal symptoms which can be worked upon through therapeutic interventions.
After a thorough discussion, we can find the most suitable and effective interventions that will help you.
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Consult a psychologist and begin therapeutic intervention.
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U have withdrawal symptoms. Check with addiction psychiatrist
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consult
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Ms. Shivangi Gupta
Psychologist
6 yrs exp
Delhi
You can stop but know it will be a journey. You shall stick with your decision but no hate if you can't at times. It's a part and parcel of life and leaving smoking is a process similar to starting smoking like gradual increase and liking ,now only that it's healthy and beneficial.
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consult a psychologist to help you in the journey.
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Ms. Simran Dugar
Counselling Psychologist
3 yrs exp
Kolkata
It sounds like you're going through a tough time with your addiction, but you're also taking a brave step by wanting to stop. What you described are common withdrawal symptoms when you're trying to quit drinking, especially after being addicted for a couple of years. It's really tough, but it's also a sign that your body is adjusting to not having alcohol. As for treatment options, it might be a good idea to reach out to a healthcare professional who can provide guidance to your specific situation. They can discuss options like therapy, support groups, or medication that might help you manage the withdrawal symptoms and stay on track with your goal of quitting. Remember, you're not alone in this journey, and seeking help is a great first step towards recovery. Keep pushing forward!
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Mr. Vijay Kumar
Psychologist
30 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
What you are facing right now, consequent to your sudden stopping of alcohol and cigarettes, is withdrawal syndrome, a common problem in most addictions. Experiences of these kinds are what drive the addict back to the addiction. But, please remember, if you become strong enough to extricate yourself from your own addictions, the reward is going to be a worthwhile life ahead. If you feel that your determination to avoid the urges is not sustainable, there may be a need for you to consult a psychiatrist who will suggest ways to deal with your condition.
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Try your best to pull yourself out of the addictions. If you do not succeed in that, please approach a psychiatrist for further management of your condition. Once you start feeling better, please consult a psychologist and work out strategies to sustain yourself in an addiction-free state of mind.
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Ms. Kavita Sharma (PhD)
Counselling Psychologist
7 yrs exp
Udaipur
Hey Thankyou for Sharing! I appreciated your decision making I would like to suggest you please connect with your psychiatrist and the psychologist to Handel withdrawal symptoms which you have mention.That will be Vert Helpful!
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Book the Appointments with Psychiatrist and Psychologist for DBT, CBT counselling session.
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