Quitting drinking on your own can be done, but it also may not work for everyone. Quitting “cold turkey,” which means you stop drinking altogether, can sometimes work but it can also be dangerous and even life-threatening for some people. That’s because if you have drank alcohol regularly for long enough your body has become dependent on it and can react in drastic ways when you stop. Your blood pressure and heart rate can increase which can lead to heart attack and stroke, or you can suffer from delirium tremens (DTs) which sometimes also brings on hallucinations and other side effects. Your best bet is to ask for help and have what is called a medically-monitored detox, where healthcare professionals are ensuring your safety by watching how your body is reacting to no longer drinking alcohol.