For many Americans, their teenage and early 20s are a time for self-discovery and trying new experiences. Unfortunately, for some, party or club culture proves to be an alluring new experience that leads to severe health problems such as addiction or even death. For those heavily involved in the party or club scene, drugs like…
Rivotril and Restoril are commonly prescribed medications for anxiety, insomnia, and seizures. However, the side effects of Rivotril and Restoril medications can vary significantly in women. Call 833.754.0554 to speak with someone from Women’s Recovery in Colorado about Rivotril and Restoril side effects and withdrawal symptoms, as well as our Rivotril and Restoril addiction treatment…
Do you ever find yourself having a few drinks every now and then, or maybe more than a few? If so, you could be engaging in grey area drinking. Grey area drinking is an increasingly common pattern of alcohol consumption that falls somewhere between social drinking and alcoholism. It’s often referred to as “every-now-and-again” drinking…
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)…
It’s the end of the year which means that the holidays are in full swing. No matter what you celebrate, December is always a busy month and tends to go by in a total whirlwind. It truly is the busiest time of year: from gathering with friends and family, shopping for gifts, to decorating everything—your…
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…
The relationship between Americans and alcohol is complex and has taken many turns throughout history. From a regulatory standpoint, the U.S. has seen Prohibition and enacted blue laws. From a societal perspective, attitudes have changed regarding who can drink, at what age, and when and where people can drink. One thing is certain, however—Americans have…
What would it mean to you to have a sober new year? What if, in the future, you didn’t have to rely on substances to get through the day? It’s possible to achieve this. As you think about your New Year’s resolutions, consider just how impactful it can be to get help so you can…
For many people, alcohol is a normal part of social interaction—after-work happy hours, Sunday football games, a regular poker night, or a weekly night out with friends. While many people may never consider the effects of alcohol on their health or how it impacts their life, a growing movement among Americans has begun to take…
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…
