How long does it take for a person to act normal again after stopping an addiction to drugs or alcohol?

Published January 7, 2011

Question by merry ann: How long does it take for a person to act normal again after stopping an addiction to drugs or alcohol?
I have a friend who was drinking as an alcoholic would for a few years…he stopped drinking about 3 weeks ago, and doesn’t want to drink anymore…but he doesn’t seem happy..he’s moody, irritable, wants to stay home alot…will he ever go back to the person he was before he started drinking, or will he always be moody??? How long without a drink will put him back to normal???

Best answer:

Answer by SBR32277
I would say anywhere from 1 – 3 weeks. He may have other issues like depression which led him to drink to begin with. Many people self medicate to get away from reality, unfortunately it is a temporary solution that often leads to more hardships for them.

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