Ketamine is a type of anesthetic often used by veterinarians. It can also be used in humans as both an anesthetic and a treatment for depression. However, most people—including women—don’t use ketamine for legitimate purposes. Instead, they turn to it as a recreational drug. This abuse can have serious consequences. Increasingly, prescription drug addiction treatment…
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…
Heroin is a highly addictive and dangerous opioid drug that has devastating effects on both physical and emotional well-being. It is derived from morphine, which is extracted from the opium poppy plant. Heroin addiction can lead to severe health complications, relationship issues, financial problems, and even death. When seeking professional women’s heroin addiction treatment, it…
Substance use disorders are common in the United States. Millions of people struggle with addiction and require treatment to overcome it. Cocaine is one of the most commonly abused drugs, and many people enter women’s cocaine addiction treatment to rid themselves of their dependence on it. As people learn more about the way addictions form, we…
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…
Sometimes, a person struggling with addiction to painkillers and heroin may hide their addictive behaviors from their loved ones. Hiding heroin addiction from family can be complicated—but when someone has a home and a job and shows up when needed their loved ones can ignore the signs of a heroin user that might be appearing…
If you or a loved one is struggling with alcoholism or binge drinking, contact Women’s Recovery for effective women’s alcohol addiction treatment. By recognizing the signs of a functional alcoholic, you can encourage a person to get professional help and live a better life. To know more about our treatment programs for alcoholic drinkers, call…
Although alcohol consumption can lead to adverse health issues, drinking at social events is normalized in our culture. But what is a “social drinker”? Synonyms or definitions may use comparisons like social drinker vs. alcoholic, but it still needs to stop if the social drinking is harmful. Social drinking isn’t detrimental if one drinks infrequently…
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…