Getting Treatment for Anxiety and Substance Use
Just like the chicken and the egg, the conversation about whether anxiety or substance use comes first is ongoing. No one can say whether anxiety leads to substance use or…
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Getting Treatment for PTSD and Substance Use
There are many reasons why a person might choose to use drugs or alcohol. People often turn to them for social occasions, pain relief, experimentation, rebellion, boredom, or self-medication. In…
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The Benefits of Trauma-Informed Therapy for Women in Addiction Recovery
What Is Trauma-Informed Therapy for Women? If you are a woman carrying the weight of a past traumatic event alongside a substance use disorder, you are not alone, and effective…
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International Women’s Day: Why Women-Specific Addiction Recovery Matters
What International Women’s Day Means for Women in Recovery Every year on March 8, International Women’s Day recognizes women’s achievements and calls attention to the gaps that still exist in…
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What Is Mental Health Awareness Week?
Today, millions of Americans struggle with mental health disorders. At some point in their lives, even more Americans will experience a mental health condition. Because of the prevalence of mental…
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How to Celebrate World Mental Health Day
Mental health is just as vital to your overall well-being as physical health. However, many people neglect this critical factor and refuse to talk about their mental condition due to…
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What Are Some Signs of Depression You Should Take Seriously?
Depression is one of America’s most widespread disorders today, with millions of people suffering from this condition. Unfortunately, its rates seem to be on the rise, with signs of depression…
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Gender and Depression Perception Are Key to Successful Treatment
About twice as many women have depression as men. As a woman, your gender and depression perception are not the same as a man’s. People might think your condition is…
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The Connection Between Personality and Alcohol Dependence
The link between personality and alcohol dependence is a topic that is of interest to many. The most common question surrounding the topic is whether certain personalities are more prone…
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What You Need to Know About PTSD Symptoms in Women
Women are two times more likely to develop PTSD than men. Approximately 10% of women will experience PTSD at some point in their lives. Any event that overwhelms your ability…
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