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3 Ways Trauma Impacts Women’s Mental Health

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 29, 2020Updated: September 2, 2020Despite the prevalence of trauma, it’s not as widely talked about as it should be. With many women experiencing at least one traumatic event in their life, this issue should be put in the spotlight…

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Common Co-Occurring Issues Women Face

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 22, 2020Updated: September 2, 2020If you’re a woman dealing with drug or alcohol dependency, and you also have a behavior disorder, you have a dual diagnosis. Co-occurring issues are not uncommon, but it can complicate the treatment process.To provide…

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What Are Some Signs of Depression You Should Take Seriously?

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 31, 2020Updated: August 7, 2020Depression is one of America’s most widespread disorders today, with millions of people suffering from this condition. Unfortunately, its rates seem to be on the rise, with signs of depression increasing dangerously among children and…

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How to Know If You Have the Signs of Anxiety

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 24, 2020Updated: August 7, 2020ach person will experience anxiety at some point or another. Whether it’s a first date, an important presentation, or a job interview, anxiety is a part of life. However, that should not mean that anxiety…

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If Social Media and Anxiety Rule Your Life, Help Is Here

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 30, 2020Updated: July 14, 2020Using social media is almost essential to function in today’s world. For many people, it’s a way to keep their jobs and maintain relationships. Even when you’d rather not interact with others, there’s intense pressure…

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Three Simple Yet Effective Strategies for Coping With Loneliness

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 20, 2020Updated: July 14, 2020Coping with loneliness, even under normal circumstances, can create feelings of discontent and powerlessness along with other negative emotions. Mental health challenges, like addiction, exacerbate the issue even more. People feel lonely when they are…

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Gender and Depression Perception Are Key to Successful Treatment

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: June 28, 2020Updated: May 24, 2020About twice as many women have depression as men. As a woman, your gender and depression perception are not the same as a man’s. People might think your condition is due to weakness, or they…

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Women Should Learn About the Impact of Triggers and Recovery

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: June 6, 2020Updated: June 1, 2020Emotional triggers and recovery have a relationship; sobriety is more difficult, unless you know about these issues that can prevent you from reaching freedom from substance abuse. They may be certain words or places that…