If you come into our Admissions office and appear to be suffering from withdrawal, we will refer to you a detoxification center.
Once you have fully detoxed and overcome withdrawal, we’ll help you find an Odyssey House program that’s right for you.
You may experience a range of symptoms from mild to severe that differ depending on the duration of use, type of drug, age, your physical and psychological characteristics and your method of withdrawal. Here are some of the emotional and physical symptoms you may experience when you stop using.
EMOTIONAL WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
- Irritability
- Insomnia
- Headaches
- Poor concentration
- Depression
- Social isolation
PHYSICAL WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS
- Sweating
- Racing heart
- Palpitations
- Muscle tension
- Tightness in the chest
- Difficulty breathing
- Tremor
- Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Do you prescribe Naltrexone or Vivitrol?
If appropriate, we do provide medication for addiction treatment, but only as part of an integrated treatment plan.

Run for Your Life 2025
CELEBRATE RECOVERY DAY IN NYC! Saturday, September 27, 2025. Please join Odyssey House in commemorating the 20th Anniversary of our Run for Your Life 5K Run and Recovery Walk! Enjoy the natural splendor of Randall's Island Park on a 5K course featuring urban gardens...