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…
Images of air-brushed models and smiling movie stars surround us daily. People see them in magazines, on TV, and even on the cover of their favorite romance novels. Because of this bombardment of fake images, individuals don’t seem to notice how these images hurt them. With the help of addiction and body image treatment, you…
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…
Rivotril is a benzodiazepine (benzo) prescription medication, but it can also be abused and cause serious side effects if taken in high doses. To understand the common and rare side effects of Rivotril, it’s essential to know what benzos are, which prescription medications are commonly abused, and how long-term abuse affects the body. Call 833.754.0554…
There are plenty of addiction resources online for those struggling with addiction. Many people can quickly learn about the different types of addiction treatment programs available in their area, including inpatient and outpatient rehab treatment centers. For women, a dedicated women’s addiction treatment program offers the best chance of a successful recovery. Creating effective women’s drug…
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…