Unlike many problematic and addictive substances, alcohol is both legal and readily available in the United States. Alcohol consumption is often seen as a social activity or a way to cope with stress. However, many people are unaware that excessive alcohol use can lead to a range of mental health issues, including anxiety. Many social…
Anxiety is a natural human emotion that helps us respond to stress and potential threats. While everyone experiences anxiety from time to time, chronic and excessive feelings of worry and fear can negatively impact one’s mental health, leading to an anxiety disorder. While multiple types of anxiety disorders exist, many tend to be worse at…
If you’re a woman, there’s a good chance that you at least occasionally feel thoroughly stressed out. That’s true, in part, because life is typically stressful for all adults. It’s also true because women must often deal with sources of stress not as familiar to men. Ultimately, unrelieved exposure to stressful situations can leave you…
Rivotril is a trademarked form of clonazepam, one of the many prescription medications classified as benzodiazepines. In America, the same medication is better known under a second trademarked name: Klonopin. Clonazepam is most commonly used as a treatment for seizure disorders. However, your doctor may also prescribe it to you if you’re affected by certain…
Many people struggling to overcome addictions to commonly abused substances deal with self-forgiveness in recovery. At Women’s Recovery, we ensure that women’s self-forgiveness is part of the conversation as we guide our clients in our women’s mental health treatment programs. Call 833.754.0554 to speak with someone from Women’s Recovery about the benefits of self-forgiveness and…
If you are in a relationship that leaves you feeling scared or overwhelmed, you may be in an emotionally abusive relationship. Emotional abuse is a form of domestic violence that uses psychological and verbal tactics to control and manipulate their partner. To protect yourself from further harm, it is essential to be aware of the…
Date rape is the term for a rape committed by someone you know instead of a stranger. A significant percentage of people, especially women, have experienced this kind of sexual attack. Many times, drugs are used to facilitate date rape. Because of this phenomenon, those drugs are often known as date rape drugs. How can…
Before you know it, the holidays will be here, and you’re probably already preparing for the upcoming festivities. It is possible to maintain your recovery and remain sober for the holidays. This is good news; do not let previous holiday seasons dictate the current one. Celebrating holidays in recovery with friends and family can allow…
The holidays are just around the corner. Perhaps they snuck up on you this year, or maybe you have been looking forward to them for months. Avoiding stress, depression, and relapse during the holiday season can be challenging, and for good reason! Common sources of holiday stress include the following: Financial worries Trying to make…
Seasonal anxiety occurs when the change of weather affects a person’s mental well-being. For many, the winter season can cause an increase in anxiety symptoms due to reduced sunlight and colder temperatures. It can be difficult to cope with the decrease in energy and motivation during this time, leading to feelings of depression and anxiety.…