Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: October 24, 2022Updated: December 2, 2022It is no secret that addiction is a powerful disease. What may be less well known, however, is the fact that addiction is very tough to conquer by yourself. This is especially true when it…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 26, 2022Updated: October 27, 2022Both men and women have an equal degree of risk for developing substance abuse or addiction. However, there may be very different reasons behind the development of these problems between the genders.If you are a…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 23, 2022Updated: August 29, 2022The occasional use of alcohol is not a problem for many people. However, others are unable to control the amount of their drinking, and they develop an alcohol addiction. For many women, treatment at long-term…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 1, 2022Updated: August 29, 2022When people experience a traumatic event, some develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to cope with the trauma. Although not all people who face trauma also experience PTSD, a majority of the victims of trauma do.…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 31, 2022Updated: August 8, 2022Recovery can be difficult for anyone, but women often face unique challenges that their male counterparts may not. Past trauma, motherhood, issues in the workplace—while these challenges are not exclusive to women, they can be…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 1, 2022Updated: August 8, 2022Overcoming a substance use disorder isn’t the same for everyone; in fact, every person in recovery has their own story, with their nuances. Everyone is different, and every single factor in your life makes your…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 11, 2022Updated: August 8, 2022Men and women experience life differently. This recognition naturally extends to addiction and how it should be treated. However, mixed-gender addiction treatment remains the norm for most addiction treatment providers. At the same time, a…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamMedically Reviewed BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: June 25, 2022Updated: June 29, 2022Stimulants speed up messages from the brain to the nervous system. They can motivate and create feelings of joy and pleasure. This can be especially popular among women looking…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamMedically Reviewed BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: June 10, 2022Updated: August 23, 2022Women’s drug addiction treatment programs vary. Before starting a program, it’s good to know how long rehab might last. While each woman’s needs, life experience, and addiction are their…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 23, 2022Updated: August 23, 2022The 12-step program is a cornerstone of the addiction recovery process for many people. It can provide much-needed guidance to those suffering from addiction and structure for people while holding them accountable in their journey…
