If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why can’t I stop drinking?”—especially after another night you swore would be your last—you’re not alone. Many women silently wrestle with the same question, wondering why willpower alone isn’t enough. This question is often accompanied by guilt, frustration, and confusion. For women in Colorado, including those searching for a…
If you’ve ever whispered the words, “My mom drinks too much,” to yourself, know that you’re not alone—and your feelings are valid. Whether you’re in your twenties, forties, or older, watching a parent struggle with alcohol use can stir up an overwhelming mix of sadness, frustration, guilt, and helplessness. As the adult daughter of a…
Supporting a sister who is battling alcohol addiction can feel overwhelming and emotionally exhausting. Watching someone you love face such a challenge while trying to figure out how to truly help them can leave you feeling powerless. However, your care and involvement can make an enormous difference. If your sister is struggling with alcohol use…
Do women get addicted to alcohol faster than men? Studies show that women start to have alcohol-related problems sooner and at lower drinking amounts than men. On average, women weigh less than men. Also, alcohol resides predominantly in body water, and pound for pound, women have less water in their bodies than men. At Women’s…
Alcohol affects women’s bodies differently than men’s due to differences in metabolism, body composition, and hormone levels. Understanding how does alcohol affect women’s bodies can empower women to make informed choices about their health. From hormonal fluctuations to liver damage and increased mental health risks, the effects of alcohol on the female body are significant…
If your wife is struggling with alcohol addiction, it can be a daunting and emotional experience. Questions may race through your mind as you try to figure out how to help an alcoholic wife without causing further harm or enabling her behavior. The balance between love and support, protecting your boundaries, and encouraging her to…
Recognizing alcohol dependence in someone close to you can be heartbreaking. It isn’t always about how much they drink, but more about how their drinking influences their behavior, emotions, and overall way of life. For family members and friends, it can be distressing to observe signs that someone is an alcoholic. Understanding what to look…
Alcohol addiction can impact your health in many negative ways. One of these is Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome or wet brain. This syndrome can damage several areas of the brain and disrupt cognitive and bodily functions. Severe cases of alcohol addiction can lead to wet brain. If you—or a loved one—are battling an alcohol use disorder (AUD),…
The reality is that women have to deal with unique obstacles when it comes to recovering from an addiction to drugs or alcohol. The effects of alcohol on women are different than on men. Empowering women to find the help they need and overcome a substance use disorder is the number one priority of a…
Denver Women’s Recovery is happy to introduce you to Soberlink, a professional-grade breathalyzer that will assist you in reaching your recovery goals. This is one of the newest alcohol monitoring breathalyzers to hit the market, and both law enforcement agencies and addiction recovery centers are already using it. Denver Women’s Recovery is now a certified…