The tricky thing about anhedonia is that it can come and go. Some people may experience anhedonia for a few hours after quitting alcohol, like with hangxiety. Other people might experience anhedonia for several weeks. It's also common to experience anhedonia, feel better, and then get hit with another wave later in the recovery process. Because anhedonia is unpredictable and can lead to relapse, it's important to communicate with your doctor or mental health specialist to get additional support during these episodes. After a while, however, it will go away completely.