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Depends on how long you've been on, whether or not you have underlying mental health issues (most alcoholics and addicts do), your physical health and other reasons.

You have to keep in mind that being addicted hijacks the brain. The neurotransmitters that are produced and regulated are completely out of whack. The brain is expecting heroin in order to turn on the reward system and since that's not happening, it doesn't get triggered. It will take time for your brain to go back to any normality.

I work in mental health, primarily with those who have coexisting substance abuse issues. One of the things we suggest is taking fish oil, it promotes brain function, helps to restore the brain.

I had a problem with depression that resulted in my becoming an alcoholic. Medication didn't seem to help when I quit drinking, at two and a half years, I still didn't feel normal. At that point, I had great results with fish oil, melatonin (for sleep), and St. John's wort (for depression). I also made some minor changes to my diet. You might want to check out supplements with someone better versed in your particular problem.

Life for me is good today, hang in there.

Hi there. Firstly I am a heroin addict and have been in recovery for 3 years. It all depends on how much, how often, route of administration, and what kind of heroin you were doing. And probably some other factors I'm not thinking of. Physical withdrawal usually last anywhere from 1 week to about a month. Psychological withdrawal is the real problem with heroin addiction. The high heroin produces is just so euphoric that often heroin addicts relapse even after beating the physical withdrawal. Also the ritual of fixing up heroin (IV Use) can really cause users to have cravings. Psychological dependents can unfortunately last 6 months to a year. and sometimes longer then that. A good rule of thumb I have heard is that if you can get past 3 months with out using any illegal opiates, you will greatly increase your chances of staying clean. (Not including prescribed medication such as Suboxone) As far as feeling lethargic and not feeling happiness getting yourself into a normal routine will greatly help. You need to structure your day to day routine so that you can keep yourself occupied. As you get back into a normal "life" you will find that doing day to day activities will become more enjoyable and rewarding. Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous are very helpful with dealing with addiction problems. Probably something you already know. Also, have you ever heard of Suboxone. Suboxone is an opiate blocker which also treats withdrawal symptoms. Suboxone is a fairly new medication. I am currently on Suboxone and have been for three years now. And i can say I would have been using long before now if it weren't for Subxoxone. Suboxone greatly helps with withdrawal and cravings. Just something to think about. Unfortunately if you don't have insurance Suboxone is very very expensive. You can also look into Methadone however I haven't had much experience with Methadone. But anyway, the psychological effects of heroin withdrawal depending on the individual will last anywhere from a month to a year, but usually about 6 months. Have fun in San Fransisco. I hope Ive helped, and i strongly encourage you to discontinue Opiate use before it really ***** up your life, as it did mine.

Studying to be a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)
Used heroin for 5 years, in recovery for 3