Do Women And Men Have Different Types Of Recovery?
There is no question that women and men have a number of physiological differences when it comes to the development and progression of addiction. Alcohol and other drugs affect women and men differently and can ultimately impact the way that they recover from their substance abuse problems. Neither gender seems to recover more quickly or…
Female Alcoholics Face Hidden Risks
Women like to drink for a variety of reasons – to celebrate, unwind with friends, on social occasions, to better enjoy certain foods, and many more. Many women do drink responsibly in these situations, but there is a fine line between this and risky drinking. Recent studies have shown that more women are crossing that…
The Reasoning Behind Transitional Aftercare Programs
For many addicts, inpatient rehab is a necessary step toward getting clean. Among other things, inpatient rehab offers the chance to detox with the support of a qualified medical and counseling staff who is familiar with the physiological and mental challenges of detoxing and prepared to help a detoxing addict overcome the very challenging process…
