NEED HELP
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I need some real advice right now. For a while when I was out of the house (staying elsewhere), I got into drinking alcohol pretty regularly and also using some drugs (weed, and a few other things). It wasn't every single day but it became a habit, especially in social situations or to deal with stress.
Yesterday I came back home. From the past 1-2 days I've been feeling really off – super upset/emotional, anxious, restless, and I literally can't eat anything. Food just doesn't appeal and even trying makes me feel nauseous. I can't settle down or focus on anything at home. It feels like my mind and body are both messed up.
The biggest problem is I can't tell my parents. If they find out, they'll beat the shit out of me and make things 10x worse. They're strict and this would destroy their trust completely. So I'm hiding it and dealing with this alone, which is making the anxiety even stronger.
Has anyone been through something similar? Is this withdrawal? How long does it usually last? What can I do at home to feel better without them noticing? Should I try to ride it out, or is there safe ways to manage the symptoms? Any tips for appetite, sleep, and calming down would help a lot.