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What Are the Bipolar Symptoms in Women?

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, including episodes of mania (elevated mood) and depression (low mood). This disorder affects approximately 3% of the adult population in the United States, with women being equally likely to develop bipolar disorder as men. However, bipolar symptoms in women can manifest differently than…

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What Is Trauma-Informed Care?

What is trauma-informed care? It is a form of care that recognizes the presence of trauma symptoms and their role in shaping an individual’s life after a trauma. Understanding trauma and its treatment is easier when looking at trauma-informed care examples, goals, and outcomes. These examples and the best treatment outcomes form the basis of…

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The Dangers of Combining Gabapentin and Opioids

Opioid addiction is a serious problem that has recently affected many people in the U.S. The opioid crisis has claimed the lives of thousands of people across the country and many more struggle with addiction. Unfortunately, those dealing with addiction must be more mindful of drug combinations since prescriptions can interact with opioids and cause…

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What Are the Risks of Taking Rivotril During Pregnancy?

Rivotril is a brand name for the benzodiazepine clonazepam. In the U.S., this same medication is known under a different brand name: Klonopin. Any guide to Rivotril abuse and addiction will include a range of potential risks to your health. Some of these risks are associated with pregnancy. Under limited circumstances, pregnant women may take…

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Women’s Daily Treatment Program

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…