Category: Addictions (Page 4)
Addiction Treatment for Pregnant Women
Drug or alcohol addiction during pregnancy is increasingly becoming a problem in The United States. The situation occurs when a woman is currently addicted to drugs or alcohol and she finds out that she is pregnant. It is extremely important that the moment an addicted woman learns that she is pregnant, she seeks help in […]
How to Cope With Change in Early Recovery
If you are new to substance abuse recovery, you are probably struggling with the drastic life changes that you have recently had to make. As a woman, you are most likely already apprehensive and debating whether or not you have made the right decision. Awakenings for Women is here to ensure that you get the […]
How Women Recover From Substance Abuse Addiction
Scientific research continues to suggest that it is much harder for women to recover from a drug or alcohol addiction than it is for men. This is mainly because women have a more difficult time with putting themselves and their recovery before their family. Often times, they feel as if they are leaving or abandoning […]
The Importance of Making Amends and Practicing Forgiveness during Recovery
While in Addiction Recovery, you will learn the importance of self-forgiveness and forgiving others. One of the reasons why this is necessary during recovery is because it is important to let go of negative feelings such as resentment and anger. Although this may be easier for some than others, you will get closer to your […]
Dealing With Depression in Addiction Recovery
While in drug or alcohol addiction recovery, it is common for most patients to deal with depression. The number of depressed, newly recovering addicts is much higher in women than in men. Although experts do not have a definitive answer as to why this occurs, they believe that it may have to do with women […]
How To Cope With Addiction in Your Family
Dealing with addiction in your family can be very challenging and life altering. Sometimes the addict fails to realize just how painful and toxic their addiction is to not only themselves, but also to their loved ones. If you are suffering with an addiction in your family, there is a lot of help available for […]
The Benefits of Living In a Sober Living Facility
There are many benefits to living in a sober living facility after being released from drug or alcohol detox or rehabilitation. One of the most important things to remember is that it is really important that you are surrounded by others who can support you and motivate you on your road to recovery. Most sober […]
Express Your Creativeness during Addiction Treatment
While you are on your path to addiction recovery, you are also on a path to finding yourself. After you leave detox, you will most likely enter rehab or a sober living facility; this is where the real journey to self-discovery begins. Your counselor will urge you to express yourself and your creativity in many […]
The Benefits of Keeping a Journal while in Addiction Recovery
While attending addiction recovery, you will be taught many daily tactics to help you move forward in your treatment. One tool that is very helpful is keeping a journal throughout your road to recovery. Journaling is very effective because not only do you express your feelings, but you are also able to look back and […]
How Addiction Affects Children
Addiction can take a huge toll on your children, so it is best to keep in mind how the effects of your addiction or a family member’s addiction can have an impact on the children. Children who grow up in a home where addiction is present are eight times more likely to develop an addiction […]