Today, it’s legal to use marijuana and certain other cannabis products in much of the U.S. The increasing acceptance of these products has led some people to believe that marijuana use is generally harmless. However, this is not always the case. Like another legal substance, alcohol, marijuana can be a source of harmful dependence and…
Have you heard about addicts turning to anti-diarrhea drugs if they can’t get their hands on painkillers? If so, you may also have heard of loperamide. Some people refer to this medication as a poor man’s methadone due to its low cost and easy availability. Methadone has a proven place in opioid addiction treatment programs.…
Compared to the general U.S. population, transgender women are far more likely to have serious substance problems. The same holds true for the wider LGBTQ+ community. People in these two groups may have difficulty finding quality drug and alcohol rehab for various reasons. Still, effective treatment is available in programs that consider trans and LGBTQ+…
Almost one million Americans use the opioid drug heroin. Well over two-thirds of these people are addicted or otherwise suffer serious harm. A heroin addiction treatment program can help you recover from chronic abuse of this drug. But what should you expect in a heroin rehab program? Not all treatment facilities are the same. However,…
For anyone affected by drug or alcohol addiction, the chance of relapsing is part of the recovery process. In fact, many people who have gone through treatment will relapse at one time or another. But this does not mean that such an event is inevitable. By creating a solid relapse prevention program, you reduce the…
Ativan is the brand name for a generic medication called lorazepam. This medication is widely prescribed throughout the U.S. For a number of reasons, women make up a large percentage of people who take Ativan. This medication can provide essential benefits. However, if abused, it can also harm your physical health. Are you affected by…
Medication-assisted treatment, or MAT, is a widely used method for helping people addicted to opioids or alcohol. It combines the use of medication with behavioral therapy or counseling. One of the key medications used in MAT is Vivitrol. Along with therapy, a women’s Vivitrol program may be vital to your recovery. At Women’s Recovery, we…
Rehab programs have a wide range of options for helping women with substance problems. However, not all of these options are equal. Some treatment options lack rigorous scientific research to support their effectiveness. In contrast, others are based on scientific evidence and proven to be effective. It’s important to understand the difference in choosing proven…
Every year, benzodiazepines, or benzos, appear on the list of the most commonly prescribed medications in America. Unfortunately, these sedatives and tranquilizers also rank as some of the most frequently abused medications. Are women more susceptible to benzo abuse than men? Not in a biological sense, but research suggests that there are plenty of reasons…
Women’s drug rehab programs are often crucial options for addiction recovery. These programs are important because they acknowledge the differing treatment needs of women and men. By enrolling in one, you may be making an important step toward achieving sobriety. Women-focused programs are not always available. However, you can find a women’s drug rehab near…