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Our mental health and addiction blog provides info and resources about treatment and recovery. The Willows is a premier, clinically-driven substance abuse, mental health, and trauma treatment program for young adult women, ages 18-35.
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Published: February 28, 2024
Updated: March 5, 2024
What is a gateway drug? The definition of a gateway drug never changes. However, the substances that experts consider to be gateway drugs are up for debate. Most importantly, though, people need to understand the definition. Understanding the term “gateway drug” can help them make up their own minds about which substances fall in that category. A gateway drug could be marijuana, leading to the need for a North Carolina marijuana addict ..read more
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Published: February 26, 2024
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Cocaine use can take over a person’s life. Due to its addictive nature, it is important to recognize the signs of cocaine addiction. Call our women’s cocaine addiction treatment at 855.773.0614 today. The Willows at Red Oak Recovery® is here to help women heal from cocaine use and achieve the lives they deserve. Help is just a call away.
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Published: February 13, 2024
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For many women in early recovery, the fear of relapse weighs on them every day. This fear can cause stress and anxiety that often leads to relapse. The best way to ease and less this stress is with a relapse prevention plan and women’s relapse prevention program. These plans and programs can provide stability, accountability, and support for women worried about alcohol addiction relapse.
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Published: December 25, 2023
Updated: February 7, 2024
In the fast-paced world we live in, women frequently find themselves in the role of caregivers, tending to the emotional, mental, and physical well-being of those around them. However, this selfless focus on others can sometimes lead to neglect of their own needs, particularly when grappling with substance misuse issues. It’s crucial to remember that prioritizing self-care isn’t a luxury but a necessity. The benefits of rehab cente ..read more
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Published: December 9, 2023
Updated: January 18, 2024
The Willows at Red Oak Recovery® in Asheville, North Carolina, proudly provides comprehensive and compassionate treatment for women living with addiction, mental health disorders, or both. Our team teaches coping skills for women so they can rely on their knowledge and self-confidence instead of drug or alcohol use when stress and pressure arise in their lives. Our therapeutic approach to healing helps to identify substance abuse tri ..read more
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Published: December 25, 2023
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While trauma can happen to anyone, women may experience different types of trauma than men. Additionally, women who experience trauma have a greater chance than men of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It’s important to know and understand the signs of PTSD in women. Getting must include treatment that is sensitive to women’s trauma. The care team must also recognize complications of PTSD and how to treat accompanying ..read more
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Published: December 9, 2023
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Doctors prescribe many prescription painkillers, but there are also a number of opioids that people buy on the streets. Whether people get these drugs from a doctor or from a dealer, they can all lead to substance abuse. The following are some of the most addictive painkillers.
At The Willows at Red Oak Recovery®, we are proud to offer painkiller addiction treatment for young women. We offer a range of evidence-based and holistic trea ..read more
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Published: May 26, 2023
Updated: April 27, 2023
Many women today struggle with body image issues and accepting their appearance. The media often portrays unrealistic beauty and weight standards that are unattainable for many. It is not uncommon for someone to resort to extreme dieting or form an unhealthy perception of food as a way to cope. If left unchecked, these harmful eating habits can present more significant physical and mental issues.
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Published: May 19, 2023
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An eating disorder is a mental health condition characterized by an unhealthy relationship to food and eating. They can impact people of any age, race, gender identity, size, and sexual orientation. However, eating disorders tend to affect women more often. When struggling with trauma, poor mental health, or substance abuse, it is common for women to neglect their nutrition. Unfortunately, these poor nutritional habits can lead to more significant health is ..read more
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Published: May 12, 2023
Updated: April 27, 2023
Many people take prescription medications to treat various conditions and ailments. Prescription drugs can be an effective treatment when used as they are intended. Unfortunately, rates of prescription drug misuse continue to rise in communities across the country. This can have significant consequences for someone’s health and lead to more dangerous substance abuse with illegal drugs.
If you are looking for a prescription drug program for women, consider T ..read more