Pobe,

My short answer is they will last as long as they last, there is no specific time table, since we need to take into account factors such as slips, relapses and inablity to endure them, if that is the case

The long answer is anywhere from 3 to 6 months. If I were you I would not be keeping tabs on that time table but paying more attention to the process which is the most important part of recovery, since you will be using those tools well into your sober life.

Wolf

As Wolf said, the duration of withdrawals can vary. I think most people who do a proper reboot (no porn or masturbation, and for some no sexual activity whatsoever, for 90 days) find them much less frequent or intense by the time they've gone 90 days, IF they hang in there for that long.

The good news is that the withdrawals won't kill you, they do pass eventually, and you can get better at managing them.

I suggest using withdrawal moments as opportunities to do a mental and even spiritual check. Often there are things causing the triggers -- are you stressed? Bored? Upset? Or perhaps spending time doing things that might be counterproductive for recovery?

Then, ask yourself what you can do instead. If you are bored, maybe you have time to work on some skill you've always wanted to develop, or some hobby. Maybe you have time to go exercise. If you are stressed, maybe there is something you can do to address the source of stress, whether it's tackling some project you've been putting off or addressing an uncomfortable problem. If you've been careless with your eyes -- looking at things that trigger your urges -- recommit to avoiding those things.

Withdrawals can also serve as a reminder to pray. Drawing closer to God is always a good thing, and I think the devil backs off on the temptation if he sees it actually bringing you closer to God.