Scared to detox at home

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#1

Hey all, I’ve been heavily drinking for the past two months, mostly because of stress and trauma. I have never detoxed and I am terrified to detox. More so because I’m scared of the DTs. What have been your experiences with detox?

#2

Hi, Casey. I'm glad you are trying to get sober. I didn't detox at home- but is rather dangerous. Some experience withdrawals so it's best to detox under a medical professionals care.

We have a list of detox treatment centers. You can find some local to you. Tap the lifesaver icon; then select treatment centers to view the listings.

Let me know if I can help with anything.

#3

I would highly recommend going to detox for detox it from alcohol. I detoxed a million times from opiates but its not deadly, alcohol and benzo withdrawal can be fatal. If there’s a way you can wean down I’d suggest that or go to a detox center if you have insurance. If you don’t there are state funded detoxes as well but you might need to wait longer for a bed. If you click the sober help button and find treatment you can find detox centers in close proximity to you.

#4

Casey, you should go to a detox center. Doing it at home can cause major problems. Look at the treatment centers on this app.

#5

I'm gonna echo what everyone else is saying, but also I know how that may not be something you are willing to do. That said drink lots of eater and at the first sign of trouble call help

#6

So I’m on doing okay, I know it’s not recommended to do at home but. life constraints made it almost impossible for me to go to a treatment facility but I’m doing it and I feel okay. I called my primary care and she ids aware and if I start having symptoms to let her know ASAP. But here’s to day 3 and feeling great!

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#7

I'm glad you are feeling better. Good job on keeping your MD in the loop.

#8

I am glad you are doing well.

#9

Thanks everyone!

#10

Thanks! Been tough, had some cravings last night but it wasn’t too bad to say no :heart_eyes:

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#11

How are you feeking now, Casey?

#12

You still hanging on?

#13

I wonder if the global pandemic makes detox centers even harder to get a bed?