Marijuana legalization has been a hotly debated topic worldwide for decades. While some believe it should be legalized for medical and recreational use, others argue that it threatens public health and safety. The ongoing debate has resulted in various states in the U.S., including Colorado, legalizing marijuana either fully or partially. This poses a unique…
At Women’s Recovery, we understand that women have unique experiences and needs. In our women’s daily treatment program, we strive to provide a safe and supportive environment where women can heal and recover from substance use and trauma. Our women’s daily treatment services in Colorado are designed to provide intensive support and therapy for women…
More than five million Americans use the stimulant drug cocaine at least once every year. More than 20% of these people are affected by addiction or severe, non-addicted abuse. Whether addicted or not, all cocaine users run the risk of experiencing a range of side effects. Many of these effects occur equally as often in…
Loving someone who has a prescription drug addiction can be difficult. It is painful to watch your loved one slip further and further into their addiction. You might feel overwhelmed, angry, sad, or hopeless. Unfortunately, people who struggle with prescription drug addiction may not recognize their own problems or find the help they need to…
Many people struggling to overcome addictions to commonly abused substances deal with self-forgiveness in recovery. At Women’s Recovery, we ensure that women’s self-forgiveness is part of the conversation as we guide our clients in our women’s mental health treatment programs. Call 833.754.0554 to speak with someone from Women’s Recovery about the benefits of self-forgiveness and…
Many women have fallen down the rabbit hole of drug use to stay skinny, stay awake, get some sleep, and avoid having a total mental breakdown. Now imagine if you are a female celebrity. Your entire life occurs in the spotlight, and the normal societal pressures and prejudices women face are amplified to a ridiculous…
Trauma and addiction are often closely related, and according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, nearly 8 million adults in the United States suffer from both. Colorado ranks in the top 10 states for reports of trauma and addiction, making it an important state to recognize and address these issues. Women’s Recovery…
What would it mean to you to have a sober new year? What if, in the future, you didn’t have to rely on substances to get through the day? It’s possible to achieve this. As you think about your New Year’s resolutions, consider just how impactful it can be to get help so you can…
Over the course of your life, how many times have you found yourself saying, “I had a hard day, I deserve a glass of wine.” Or how about, “I feel like celebrating; let’s grab drinks!” For many women, having a drink is a tool used to decompress after a hard day and a necessary additive…
Have you ever wondered what your life would look like without alcohol? Is alcohol that one friend that’s invited to literally every event, even if you wish they weren’t? Do you immediately reach for a bottle when you’re stressed, then find yourself more stressed after drinking but can’t seem to stop? Does the ‘all or…