2006-11-02 04:20:53 · 12 answers · asked by long tall sally 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
It just won't be as strong of a craving as time goes by. So, don't ever think that you are fixed and can begin to hang around your old friends and do the things you use to do that got you caught up in drugs because as soon as you do this, you will be finding yourself fighting strong cravings and maybe just falling.
I use to smoke and I am so glad that I quit but there are times from know where that I look for my smokes or think about buying a pack and of course there are the times that I crave it but the craving does pass.
Hang in there and please substitute that craving with something healthy (exercise, walking, jogging, painting, sewing, movie, book, etc)
Best of luck and God bless !!
2006-11-02 04:36:30 · answer #1 · answered by Sunflower 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am recovering addict of 2 + years. I say recovering because you are always recovering. I still crave. I can hear the name of the drug I use to take and I start craving. When I am stressed or upset..I crave. It's been a bad day today and I so badly want that drug..just to get high and "not care" about it.It's something you will always struggle with but take it one minute not day minute at a time.
2006-11-02 14:32:46 · answer #2 · answered by chilover 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Myself I'm not sure, but I've watched my husband go through many addictions. Depending upon what it is, is also a factor, some cravings go away and the withdrawl from them are short. The fastest way to beat the cravings is to keep from associating yourself from those who may. The best thing with my husband was, we made a list of all the money that was spent, and what we could have purchased in the time of us being together if he wouldn't have done it. And we also realized that he didn't have any "friends" he just supported their habit. Best of luck, God Bless!
2006-11-02 12:38:03 · answer #3 · answered by Super Mommy 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what drug you are addicted to. I went off caffeine and stopped cravings within three days. I quit smoking and I still have cravings occasionally after months. I have not done illegal drugs so am not sure about them (okay, I smoked pot, years and years ago, lol...but of course, like all the politicians I never inhaled...right).
2006-11-02 12:25:05 · answer #4 · answered by Dust in the Wind 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
never....you will always want the drug that you are addicted to. I have been clean and sober for 5 1/2 yrs. after using cocaine and crack cocaine for 10 yrs. I still crave it. It is just something I resist doing every day of my life..I don't ever say that I will not do it again...only that I hope I don't. I will always be a coke addict and that is something I have to live w/ everyday for the rest of my life
2006-11-02 12:26:31 · answer #5 · answered by cjburt53 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
the cravings are always gonna be there. everyday is going to be a struggle, but you just have to take it day by day. the best thing is to just keep yourself busy and keep your mind on positive things. find a hobby or something else to keep youself occupied. the smalledst thing can just trigger yourself to doing bad things and making bad choices. its always good to have a support system, either your family, friands, or even doctors can help alot. Good luck and take care.
2006-11-02 12:38:55 · answer #6 · answered by gkowal1 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly, I don't think it ever really goes away. It's a constant battle one fights with him/herself forever. You think of it, smell it and taste it forever. Depending on what kind of drug habit your talking about, you can even feel some withdraw effects months or even years down the line. It's a war that you have to put all your might into to win. But trust me, you can fight it! You have to go deep down and when you really want it, then and only then you'll be able to win.
2006-11-02 12:30:42 · answer #7 · answered by ellak82 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Craving is a form of memory. Some memories fade, some bounce back. Be thankful for the mind that has the memories, but don't be ruled by them.
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2006-11-02 12:31:36 · answer #8 · answered by Heckel 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Once your away from it.Meaning changing your surroundings and old habits.You have to get new hobbies and learn to try different things.Maybe working out or reading a book.Something that won't remind you of your old self.
2006-11-02 12:32:41 · answer #9 · answered by FLORIDA 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it all depends on the drug and how much you used it.... i'm working on quitting a few things myself... and have succesfully a few things.... still working on others.... just keep pushing eventhough quitting is like hell on earth... when you finally do you feel like an entirely different person...good luck! much love to you!
2006-11-02 12:30:55 · answer #10 · answered by Yemi 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋