Drug Addiction and Drug Dependence Different for Women

The National Institute on Drug Abuse issued a report that indicates women are affected much differently than men are when it comes to drugs and dependence on a drug. The report suggests that for certain illicit drugs, a woman may proceed more rapidly to drug dependence than a man.

The National Institute on Drug Abuse research continues in an effort to pinpoint what biological mechanism contributes to this finding. Early research seems to indicate a connection with a woman’s menstrual cycle. In certain phases of her menstrual cycle, a woman requires a higher dosage of the particular drug to experience the same level of intensity than a man.

“It has been suspected that women were affected by drug dependence differently than men and this study helps to identify evidence of this conventional observation”, a professional with Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center stated. “It’s important to take these types of findings into consideration when offering a plan for drug addiction treatment. A cookie cutter approach is not the solution. For an effective treatment an individual’s needs must be diagnosed, including the various bio psych social variables. We couple this individualization with progressive addiction rehabilitation therapies, achieving dramatically higher rates of success for remaining sober after leaving our program.”

Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center is a comprehensive and innovative provider of addiction treatment for individuals suffering from drug addiction and alcoholism. Mountainside’s licensed and certified counselors, social workers and clinical treatment team and staff are dedicated to providing an unsurpassed treatment experience to its clients. With diverse areas of expertise, the treatment team works collaboratively with each client and their family to ensure that an individualized treatment plan is designed that will treat not just the symptoms, but the whole individual. With professionalism and compassion, each client is guided through every stage of recovery and encouraged to participate in a wide variety of evidence-based and cutting edge innovative treatment options.

In addition to its licensed and credentialed counselors, social workers and clinical staff, Mountainside’s medical services include our Advanced Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse with specialization in drug addiction and alcoholism treatment. Psychiatric services are available when needed.

If you or someone you love is in need of treatment or if you have questions please contact us at: 800-762-5433 pr@mountainside.com www.mountainside.com