woman looks at counselor while learning about how PTSD and addiction are linked in women

Understanding the Link Between PTSD and Addiction in Women

Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, PTSDBy Women's Recovery

Substance use often begins as a way to cope with something deeper. For many women, that something is trauma. Unresolved experiences, especially those that leave emotional or physical pain, can shape how a person navigates stress, relationships, and daily life. When trauma becomes overwhelming, substances can feel like relief. At Women’s Recovery, we provide women’s…

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Ways to Overcome Past Traumas

Addiction Recovery, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental Health, Trauma Treatment Program, Women's TherapyBy Women's Recovery

For a significant number of women, substance addiction goes hand in hand with a personal history of trauma. Women are more likely than men to go through certain kinds of traumatic experiences. In recovery, women may also have different treatment needs. The right trauma treatment program makes it possible for you to overcome trauma and…