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Recently, many celebrities have spoken about the struggles that they’ve had with their body image and eating disorders and eventually attending an eating disorder treatment center. The concern of these celebrities is one that is shared around the country, as eating disorders are severe mental illnesses that commonly affect women and girls. It’s vital to…
There is a common misconception in modern society that women need to be tall, skinny, and perfect in order to be loveable. We’re bombarded by photoshopped images in magazines, movies, and tv stars who seem to be able to eat as much as they want while retaining the perfect body-type. Unfortunately, this leads to many…
The bond between a mother and her child is stronger than diamonds. However, when a mom is caught in the throes of addiction, this condition makes substances an essential part of life. As a result, the mother is blinded to anything else, including her child. If you’re struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, the experts…
If you’re struggling with addiction, you need to know you’re not alone. At Crossroads Maine, we know the challenges that you’re facing, and we also know how to help you overcome them. Our women’s treatment program for addiction gives you the skills you need to grow, thrive, and recover from addiction. However, you may be…
At Crossroads Maine, our residential treatment services for women provides a safe and comfortable place where you can overcome addiction and mental health conditions. It will help you move towards your unique goals and help you become more self-reliant. It will also allow you to create a support system that you can rely on before,…
Nervousness, tension, and panic may follow you around like a shadow when you struggle with an anxiety disorder. You may simply want an escape, and turning to alcohol seemed like the easiest way to do that. While alcohol may stop the panic, restlessness, and fear that send shockwaves through your life momentarily, choosing this method…
When you’re looking for addiction treatment programs, you should consider seeking gender-specific treatment programs. These treatment programs focus on treating men and women separately. Many fundamental cultural and biological differences appear in men and women, particularly in substance use. Women face different issues when it comes to dependence, the substance you use, and how your…
Being a mom in recovery can be a considerable challenge. You’re juggling watching over the littles ones, cooking meals, working a job, and practicing self-care. At times, it can be tempting to turn back to drugs or alcohol to manage that stress. However, we want to encourage you. However, we want to encourage you to…