Recovery rarely happens alone. It is far easier to conquer a mental disorder or addiction with the help of others who understand the challenges these conditions present. Women’s support groups fill this need. Even if individual therapy is a primary form of care for a disorder, women’s therapy groups provide support and accountability as an…
The biggest challenge for anyone dealing with addiction is asking for help. Seeking addiction treatment help means making life adjustments, which include giving up the use of alcohol or drugs. A women’s addiction treatment program can teach the addicted person how to ask for help and move on beyond substance use disorder. Most people who…
Statistically, men are more likely to binge drink, go on benders, and become addicted to alcohol. However, women absorb larger amounts of alcohol and take longer to digest it and remove it from their system. As a result, there are higher potential risks between women and drinking. For this reason, a women’s alcohol addiction treatment…
Drug addiction leads to thousands of deaths, derailed lives, and broken homes each year in the U.S. Yet regardless of the destruction associated with drug abuse, the drug addiction stigma continues to influence the public perception of drug use in general. A person who would otherwise join a drug addiction treatment program may continue to…
Women are more likely than men to abuse opioid pain medication. They are also more likely to stay dependent on higher opioid dosage for a longer period. This is because opioid addiction for women is different than it is for men. Women often become addicted to opioids as a result of trauma, stress, anxiety, depression,…
Stress is a natural part of life. There are certainly times where it’s okay to stress out a little, such as when you’re about to go on a first date, or you need to give a big presentation. However, when stress is taking over your life, it can be debilitating and cumbersome. The impacts of…
As we celebrate National Recovery Month, it’s vital to remember that recovery doesn’t stop when you finish your treatment program. In fact, it becomes even more imperative for you to continue practicing your recovery strategies so you can avoid relapse. Many people wonder if drug rehab aftercare is an important part of addiction recovery, and…
Why is my spouse or loved one trying to control/manage my drinking? I’m fine, I only drink at home and I don’t see how it’s impacting their life. If they’d just leave me alone, it’d be fine. There are many times that we have the thought, “what I do doesn’t affect anyone.” Let’s start from…
Addiction is a challenge that many people across the country are facing today, but fortunately, there are treatment options available. However, their family members may wonder how to help their loved ones stay sober. One of the most helpful ways to help your loved one is to learn what you can about how to support…
After you finish a substance abuse treatment program at our treatment facility in Colorado, you may feel at a loss for how you are supposed to cope with staying sober in the long run. One of the best ways to maintain your sobriety is to join a support group. Finding support during recovery can provide the…
