Dealing with PAWS: Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome

 

 

Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome

 

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There are two stages of withdrawal symptoms from drugs and alcohol: acute withdrawal and post-acute withdrawal.  Acute withdrawal relates to the physical symptoms; they usually only last a few weeks but can be dangerous if not supervised in a medical detox. Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) involves less physical symptoms, and more of a psychological and emotional manifestation of withdrawal.  

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Dealing with PAWS: Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome