Sober living houses are substance-free residences designed to support drug and alcohol abstinence. The stable environment they provide may be critical to your success during recovery. Some sober living houses are co-ed. However, today, awareness of the benefits of gender-specific residences is growing. Keep reading to learn the three main benefits of women’s sober living.…
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In the U.S., roughly 10 million people suffer from severe mental illnesses, including millions of women. As a rule, the effects of mental illness are not limited to a single person. Instead, they also impact friends, family, and other loved ones. Support from loved ones is often vital to effective mental health treatment. How can…
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In the Denver area, there is a range of options for addiction and mental health treatment. However, not all providers offer the same level of care. In order to find women’s treatment that’s right for you, you must understand what makes a program exceptional. With this information on your side, your chances of recovery success…
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Most people have memories of feeling pressured to go along with the crowd. You may remember a time when you adopted a hairstyle or clothing trend that you later regretted or followed your friends into a situation you wouldn’t have chosen. Peer pressure, or the feeling of wanting to go along with the crowd, is…
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Addiction wreaks havoc on every part of a person’s life. Their physical and mental health suffers, they may get into legal or financial trouble, which can damage their relationships and social life. Many people need treatment to overcome their addiction but may not get the help they need. Unfortunately, many must overcome a range of…
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Doctors often prescribe benzodiazepine drugs to treat panic and anxiety. These medications can offer relief from anxiety symptoms for people who experience social anxiety, general anxiety, or panic attacks. But these medications can also lead to dependence and addiction that interfere with people’s ability to function in their daily life. For example, one specific benzodiazepine,…
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Addiction affects people in so many ways. It can damage relationships, harm people’s mental and physical health, and strain entire communities. It is a serious condition, but it is treatable. Women often have different needs when it comes to addiction treatment. They benefit greatly from specialized treatment programs that take their unique needs into account.…
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Vivitrol is the latest medication used to help those in early recovery stay away from drugs and alcohol. Learn more about how Vivitrol can help you remain clean and sober. Early recovery is a trying time for every addict and alcoholic. Learning to deal with emotions after using drugs and alcohol to cope for any…
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Millions of people in the United States struggle with diagnosable eating disorders or have some form of disordered eating. The effects of disordered eating can be long-lasting for people’s physical and mental health and can impact their ability to have a healthy social life. Disordered eating can cause stress and trauma for the people who…
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When you think about summer, your mind may wander to thoughts of long, warm days, enjoying the sunshine with friends, BBQs and picnics, and trips to the beach. Culture and advertising want you to believe that drinking alcohol is an essential part of enjoying fun summer activities. If you are in recovery, you might need…
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