Alcohol Detox
Some people who suffer from alcohol use disorder become dependent on alcohol and experience dangerous withdrawal symptoms when they suddenly stop drinking. This is why alcohol detox is such an important first step.
What Is Alcohol Detox?
Alcohol detox on its own is not treatment but it is a very vital first step that helps people who suffer from an alcohol use disorder (AUD). When someone is dependent on alcohol and suddenly stops drinking, they will begin to develop uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms start within 6-24 hours after they stop drinking.
Withdrawal symptoms can be mild or serious and include:
- Anxiety
- Aggression
- Delirium tremens – mental or nervous system changes
- Depression
- Hallucinations – hearing and seeing things that are not there.
- Insomnia – not being able to sleep for days
- Shakiness
- Changes in blood pressure and heart rate

ARCA Johannesburg
Take That First Step
ARCA Johannesburg
011 656 0705 or 062 277 0911
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031 261 5515 or 078 272 2911
