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Five Ways Gender-Specific Treatment for Women Works
Although gender-specific treatment of substance use disorders (SUDs) is not brand new, it’s still a novel concept to many people. As it’s not been implemented as a standard form of treatment in all facilities, the nature of how it works and what advantages it provides...
Transitioning Out of Treatment: The Importance of Having a Plan
The decision to enter treatment is one of the most challenging decisions you or a loved one will make. However, you may find it just as overwhelming upon leaving treatment and entering into the unknown. Treatment offers daily structure and a supportive community. Your...
Challenges Women Face in Recovery
It’s no surprise that the needs of women differ greatly from those of men. Certain characteristics that empower women can be the same things that hinder them in both treatment and ongoing recovery. Physical and genetic differences, gender expectations, and social...
Healing the Family System at Hannah’s House
When addiction strikes, the entire family feels its painful effects. Addiction equals pain – and not just for the person in recovery. Healing from addiction requires the help of every family member. Guiding your mother, daughter, sister, wife or partner to getting...
One Step at a Time: The Benefits of Exercise in Recovery
It is essential to find a healthy balance in your new life of sobriety. For many people, aspects like health were ignored during active addiction. Physical exercise has been recognized to add value to recovery, and studies suggest that regular exercise can increase...
Ways New Social and Political Climates Affect Trauma Survivors
In a short period of time, massive shifts to the social and political climates in the U.S. have occurred, and their impact on certain vulnerable groups is becoming more evident. One of those groups is made up of trauma survivors, including women who were already...
Four Common Co-Occurring Disorders in Women
It’s likely if you’ve been doing your research on addiction treatment options, you are familiar with the term “co-existing disorders.” Two disorders, one of substance use and one of mental health, are not rare in women, yet many women have only received treatment for...
Alcohol Use Disorders
As an alcohol use disorder doesn’t develop overnight, the signs of its presence can start appearing long before you recognize that there’s a real problem. As these warning signs emerge, friends, family, and coworkers may notice and avoid commenting on what they see as...
Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas/BCBSTX) Coverage at Hannah’s House
Co-occurring disorders are common among individuals with substance use disorder. Many people with symptoms of a particular addiction, such as to alcohol or heroin, also have an underlying mental health concern or disorder, such as depression, anxiety or post-traumatic...
Eight Small Steps to Helping a Friend with Addiction
Choosing to help a friend living with addiction is a noble act, but one with potentially high risks to both you and your friend if done improperly. Adequately preparing yourself for the kind of experience you might have while providing your support is important. So,...
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