Nov 25, 2022 | Articles, women and addiction
What does your dream body look like? Does it match up with what your body looks like right now? If you answered no, you’re not alone. Most people have an idealized version of their body, and this is not problematic itself. However, having unrealistic...
Oct 18, 2022 | Articles, Recovery, Your New Life
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Imagine yourself one year sober. What would that look like? How about five years? 20? What comes to mind? Your sober lifestyle might be less difficult to maintain. Especially if you are currently in the early stages of recovery,...
Jun 14, 2022 | Articles, Recovery, women and addiction
Recovering as a Pregnant Mother: What Might Recovery Look Like for a Pregnant Woman? The number of women who use substances during pregnancy is on the rise. Research has shown a direct link between substance use and health problems for unborn children; we know...
Mar 1, 2022 | Articles, women and addiction
Addiction and recovery can look a lot different in women compared to men. Women face different obstacles in both stages, and the reasons they start using drugs in the first place can be different too. For example, more women than men report that they started using...
Feb 3, 2022 | Articles, Recovery, Your New Life
There are a few different factors that can prevent people from seeking treatment. You may be in denial that there is a problem, to begin with, or you may not know about the treatment options you have available to you. One barrier that is especially impactful in...
Jan 30, 2022 | Articles, Your New Life
Many of us desire and seek out romantic relationships. When you decide to start your recovery journey, this desire probably won’t just disappear; after all, humans have a need for affection and a desire to be loved. However, recovery can be extremely difficult. You...
