There is a dramatic connection between alcohol and weight gain or the menstrual cycle in women. Modern science is still discovering many facts about the adverse effects of alcohol on women’s bodies. Call 833.754.0554 to speak with someone from the knowledgeable and compassionate team at Women’s Recovery in Colorado about how alcohol affects physical appearance—particularly…
Alcohol withdrawal affects everyone differently. The withdrawal of alcohol depends on how long the drinking problem has occurred and how much alcohol has been consumed. Alcohol withdrawal in women can manifest differently than in men. The withdrawal symptoms can range from mild to severe for both men and women, but when they are severe, they…
Seeking treatment for a substance use disorder, whether drugs or alcohol, is one of the most important steps a person can take in attaining a life of recovery. At Women’s Recovery, we understand that the recovery journey is challenging, and everyone walks that path in their own way. That is why we offer a sober…
Alcoholism is a severe condition that affects people from all walks of life. It can be tough to recognize the symptoms of being an alcoholic, and even more challenging to admit the problem exists and seek help. Suppose you think you or someone you know might have a problem. In that case, our “Am I…
Grey area drinking (GAD) refers to a pattern of drinking behavior that falls somewhere between social drinking and destructive drinking. While it can be hard to pinpoint precisely where harmless social drinking ends and potentially problematic grey drinking begins, it is an easy line to cross. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)…
Despite the advancements toward gender equality, the biological differences between women and men remain. Alcohol metabolizes more quickly in a woman’s body than in a man’s. Due to this, males can typically handle greater amounts of alcohol than their female counterparts. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism’s (NIAAA) definition of binge drinking outlines…
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…
Recent studies have shown that teenage drug abuse may become more prevalent in adolescent girls than teenage boys for the first time. Teen girls are more likely to perceive benefits in using drugs and drinking alcohol, making them more vulnerable to addiction or substance abuse. What has not changed is the reason why girls abuse…
Alcohol poisoning is much more deadly than you’d think. On average, six Americans die per day from alcohol poisoning. That’s not a small sum. Non-Hispanic white men between the ages of 35 and 64 years old have a higher risk of dying from an overdose than any other demographic. Many people don’t know the limits…