How do aa meetings help a person deal with the symptoms of withdrawal?

Being occupied : Though not pleasant when feeling bad, getting around others helps, being alone, staying stuck in own head makes things worse. Don't know if misery loves company but in this case it needs it. If having significant withdrawal should see physician for assistance. One reason inpatient rehab is helpful is not too much time to be alone. Some people may go to 5 6 or even more meeting per day at first.

Although Alcoholics: Anonymous supports through all - alcohol withdrawal is a medical condition that warrants medical assistance.