A year into adulthood may seem too early to be making choices that affect you for a lifetime, but young adults with a drinking problem at 19 are already on a self-destructive path and may not even know it. What’s seen by many older teens as “normal” behavior—despite...

As a woman using crystal meth on occasion, beyond the obvious outcome you’re seeking, you may have noticed some other effects of the drug. These can be serious and harmful effects on your body and your brain. As you’re considering treatment for your use of crystal...

It’s not a surprise to hear addiction shows up differently in different people, but the role gender plays in addiction is still a relatively new topic. In looking at the science of how gender influences drug and alcohol addiction, there are some revealing statistics...

A loved one’s addiction is a complex issue, and understanding the nuances of each person’s struggle with addiction can feel like an endless journey. You’re looking at everything from how it started and how to get them help to how it affects your family member and how...

The success of a woman in recovery has a lot to do with establishing a clear understanding of what led to her drug or alcohol addiction and why her previous attempts to get sober have ended with relapses. Undiagnosed mental health issues that contributed to her...

Prior to beginning her current role as Program Director, Jennifer Pinkerton served as a Primary Counselor for Origins on South Padre Island for over two years. She is a Licensed Master Social Worker and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. She received her...

Of all the barriers to addiction treatment faced by women, trauma may be one of the most significant. Women suffering from traumatic experiences and living with a substance use disorder may refuse treatment for a variety of reasons and inevitably delay the recovery...