Addiction knows no gender, but the path to recovery can vary greatly between men and women. In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the distinct challenges women face when dealing with substance abuse and seeking rehabilitation. The traditional,...
Women around the world are facing a silent crisis that often goes unnoticed by neighbors, colleagues, and sometimes, even their own selves. Addiction is a formidable force that is agender, yet the effects and paths to recovery are remarkably different for women...
For women battling addiction, it can be challenging to imagine life in treatment, let alone what the recovery lifestyle could look like. An adventure program is an essential part of the recovery journey. At Findlay Recovery Center, we believe that a recovery plan...
Addiction affects women and men differently. Studies have shown that women are more prone to the mental and psychological effects of addiction than men. This means they are more susceptible to co-occurring mental illnesses such as depression or anxiety along with...
Even after making significant strides in previous years, most people have not fully understood the concept of moral injury and how it impacts women’s core beliefs. Although many people tend to associate a moral injury with combat experiences (especially with war...
Domestic violence and addictions among women are on the increase and are a matter of public health concern. As stated by the U.S. Bureau of Justice, 85% of domestic abuse cases have females as victims. What's more, other studies have shown that violence among...
Trauma leads to addiction in most cases. According to experts, traumatic stress and experiences, especially from childhood interpersonal violence, can increase vulnerability to addictive behaviors and disorders. Treatment for female addiction has evolved over the...
Making your well-being a priority and doing what you can to stay positive is the foundation of self-love. The actions you adopt to support your mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical growth goes a long way in how well you take care of yourself. Women are more...