Tag Archives: Recovery

Friday, September 16th, 2022

Can Hormones Affect a Woman in Recovery?

Many women who are in recovery also struggle with depression. Even those who have sought treatment for their mental health disorder will still end up having good days and...
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Tuesday, September 6th, 2022

What Does Wellness Mean to You?

The term “wellness” means something different depending upon who you ask. Many people consider wellness as being free from illness. Some people view it as being physically fit and...
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Friday, July 29th, 2022

How to Support the Women in Your Life in Recovery

Women face unique challenges and barriers to treatment and recovery from addiction. Having friends and family who understand their needs can help women overcome some of their difficulties. The...
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Tuesday, July 26th, 2022

Why Do Female Athletes Have a Hard Time Seeking Addiction Recovery Help?

In order to be a competitive athlete, women must have discipline and dedication. Their drive to succeed can sometimes push them beyond their limits, leading to injury or a...
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Wednesday, June 22nd, 2022

How Can I Prevent a Relapse?

The goal of going to treatment is to become sober and stay sober. Yet about half of those who seek addiction treatment will relapse within their first year after...
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Monday, June 6th, 2022

What Is Sleep Hygiene and Why Is It Important in Recovery?

During addiction and recovery, sleep disturbances are frustratingly common. Actually, being able to get a good night’s sleep can be very challenging, particularly in early recovery. Sometimes, in order...
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Wednesday, April 27th, 2022

7 Reasons to Choose a Recovery Program for Women

Women often have different reasons than men for how they became addicted to substances. They also have different needs in treatment as well. For many women, a mixed-gender facility...
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Monday, April 25th, 2022

Why Can’t I Stop Drinking on My Own?

Drinking alcohol is a widely accepted social custom in most cultures. Drinking too much alcohol or drinking too often can become problematic and even endanger lives. Most people feel...
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Sunday, April 17th, 2022

Can I Ever Feel Like I Am Enough?

Poor self-esteem is one of the most common elements found in women with addiction. Sometimes the low self-esteem preceded the substance use due to trauma or mental health disorders,...
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Saturday, April 9th, 2022

Spring Cleaning Your Self-Image

It is that time of year that you spring clean your home and yard, but when was the last time you did some deep cleaning of your self-image? You...
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