The opioid crisis continues to rise across the United States due to a booming and an unprecedented number of medically necessary prescriptions. Unfortunately, women are more likely than men to receive a prescription for pain management and ultimately become persistent opioid users. The opioid outbreak has led to increased numbers of women who struggle with…
While commonly prescribed to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy, some women also take Adderall purely for the high. Many abusers of Adderall use it to boost energy to meet a deadline or complete a daunting task. Like any drug, Adderall can also be highly addictive, especially when misused. There are serious side effects like…
While widely prescribed to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy, Adderall is also very addictive. Family and friends may begin to notice that you have substance abuse symptoms, which may be hard for you to acknowledge. As these symptoms persist and continue to interfere with your life, you need to know the dangers…
At Crossroads for Women, we understand the unique needs of women dealing with addiction. Typically juggling responsibilities with family and work, women can benefit from extra support as they go through addiction treatment to balance their responsibilities with the treatment they need. The goal is to avoid adverse effects and get back to a full,…
Adderall is a medication that doctors prescribe to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Its goal is to make users more focused and alert through a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. Unfortunately, while Adderall can help treat ADHD and narcolepsy, it is also very addictive. Misuse of Adderall can lead to serious mental and physical…
When abused, Adderall can wreak havoc on your body. Doctors commonly prescribe Adderall to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. At Crossroads for Women, we offer gender-specific addiction treatment. We recognize that many women struggling with addiction also bear the burden of caring for their families and working full-time when they seek treatment. We strive…
Many pregnant women are concerned about what they put in their bodies during those nine months, as everything they ingest can affect another life. One of the most commons concerns is prescription drugs. While pregnancy is an exciting time, it’s also a time to be careful about everything you do. Some medications are harmless to…
When determining whether women are more affected by Adderall addiction than men, the answer is not easy. Data shows that while more men may abuse Adderall, millions of women across the United States are even more affected by Adderall use and abuse. An addictive stimulant, Adderall creates a feeling of focus and is misused by…
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 for Women Maine, we understand the delicate balance between mental health treatment and developing an…
Opioid use affects millions of people across the country each day. This addiction is one of the most common substance use disorders in the United States. Furthermore, this prevalence has led to the Department of Health and Human Services declaring that we’re in the midst of an opioid epidemic. Unfortunately, women receive prescriptions for opioids…
