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Families face many unique challenges during treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) or mental health disorders. Ongoing recovery can be negatively impacted by unaddressed issues in family dynamics, home environment, or personal relationships. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “Research shows that family support can play a major role in helping a loved one with mental and substance use disorders.” Rehabilitation facilities like Vanity Wellness offer a wide range of treatment options for families in recovery to increase the effectiveness of individual treatment and therapy. The Importance of Family Therapy During Recovery Family involvement and support are essential […]
The gender gap in substance use disorders (SUDs) is narrowing, with women now comprising a more significant proportion of those affected than in the past. Women are more likely to escalate from initial use to dependence, and they also tend to have poorer treatment outcomes. Gender differences in social factors such as stress exposure and coping mechanisms may play a role in these disparities. Ultimately, this knowledge can be used to develop more tailored prevention and treatment approaches for women. The Phenomena of “Telescoping” Recent research also indicates that gender can affect individuals’ response to drugs as well as their likelihood […]
