Woman Experiencing PTSD

Common Signs Women are Experiencing PTSD

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition triggered by traumatic events. These events can include sexual assault, war, crime, fire, traffic collisions, or natural disasters. People with PTSD may feel an intensified sense of danger, causing them to feel stressed or fearful, even in safe situations. Some people who have experienced a traumatic…

Women on International Women's Day

Celebrate International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day, celebrated on March 8th, is an international day celebrating and honoring women’s economic, social, cultural, and political accomplishments. In addition, it symbolizes a call to action to eliminate gender inequality and improve women’s rights. At Crossroads Maine, we invite you to join us on March 8th to celebrate women’s dignity, tenacity, and…

Woman with Benzo Addiction

Women’s Recovery for Benzo Addiction

Benzodiazepines or benzos are medications that doctors prescribe to treat anxiety, panic disorders, seizures, and other manic and depressive episodes. Unfortunately, as effective as they are in treating certain mental health disorders, benzos can also be highly addictive. At Crossroads Maine, we understand the delicate balance between mental health treatment and developing an addiction to…