Many women who struggle with an addiction to drugs or alcohol don’t get the help they need because they cannot check themselves into an inpatient facility for a month or more. Life won’t allow it. While addiction can wreak havoc on a woman’s life, she still may have a family to raise, a job to…
“Sometimes, it is difficult to recognize when something turns from a medication to a drug. A women’s initial reason for taking opiates could be medically warranted; however, these medications have a way of working themselves into the fabric of our lives and becoming a necessity just to function. Being open to hearing this feedback takes…
Alcohol affects men and women differently from a biological perspective. What are some health concerns for women when it comes to alcohol intake? It’s widely understood that women have a lower overall tolerance for alcohol than men do. Men often need to drink more than women in order to achieve the same result. Some may…
At Women’s Recovery, we’re committed to the health and recovery of each woman in our program. We offer a wide array of treatment options, each of which we can tailor to your unique needs. Read through the wonderful things about being sober, then contact our treatment programs today at 833.754.0554. Meet Faith, A Grateful Addict…
Which substances are the highest risk to stop suddenly, and when should you not detox alone? Some drugs can cause severe or even life-threatening withdrawal symptoms if you stop suddenly. Others may not be medically dangerous but can still be physically and emotionally overwhelming. If you are wondering what drugs require medical detox or whether…
The alcoholic hepatitis risk in women is much higher than it is in men. This is due to a number of factors. If you are a woman who is an alcoholic, you need to be aware of the dangers. It is extremely dangerous to continue to drink alcohol. In doing so, you put yourself at…
The road to recovery is different for each person. However, for many women in our treatment programs, mindfulness is a critical component of the healing process. It allows our ladies to focus on the present, rather than the shame of the past or fear of the future. If you believe that mindfulness could support your…