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Men drug related arrests still heavily outnumber
women, yet when it comes to substance use and the
justice system women are in disadvantage. Before
the 1970’s female drug use was not recognized
and treatment was not an option. As the years progress,
substance abuse amongst women gained recognition,
yet females still face many obstacles. According
to drugpolicy.org, women receive harsher penalties
for drug related offense when compared to men. The
population of women who are being incarcerated for
drug crimes are increasing and for women of color,
the rate is increasing at 800%. These harsher sentences
for women include longer incarceration periods and
less opportunity for plea bargains then men. Females
once tied to substance abuse face a difficult time
dealing with the negative stigmas that attach to
women who struggle with substance abuse.
Why do women acquire such challenging circumstances?
Many states laws are based on roots of old fashion
views and customs. The unchanged laws were established
by men, during a time when women were oppressed
and stereotyped as nurturing mothers. Females
were and in some cases still expected to up hold
the illusion of their only purpose is to bare
children and care after the household while remaining
pure, elegant and demure. For some time recognizing
that women like men can equally suffer from drug
temptation, would have undermined the coveted
outlook of women. Although now, eighteen states
have amended some of their laws to alter the view
of women and substance abuse, the hardships for
women who use drugs still linger. Due to the negative
social image that has accompanied women, programs
specifically designed for females have been on
the rise.
If you or a loved one is struggling with drug
abuse, drug addiction, or alcoholism, contact
the Cove Center For Recovery.
The Cove Center for Recovery, offers a residential
addiction treatment center for women who are working
to recovery from drug addiction or alcohol addiction.
The Cove Center For Recovery is a therapeutically
based program, specifically designed to meet the
needs of recovering women in need of individual
therapy, family therapy, coping skills, structure,
and guidance, as they turn their lives around
and choose to live in a world free of drugs and
the consequences of addiction.
Reach out to us. Recovery from addiction is just a click or a phone call away.
If the information you are looking for is not found here and you need immediate
attention you may contact us:
Addiction Treatment for adults and young adults: 1-888-387-6237
Addiction Treatment for Teens: 1-888-757-6237
http://www.inspirationsyouth.com
You may also send us e-mail.
Please keep in mind that e-mails are answered within 24 hours Monday
through Friday.
Addiction Treatment Services and Mental
Health Services Available:
intervention
alcohol rehab
marijuana rehab
prescription drug abuse rehab
heroin rehab
cocaine rehab
meth rehab
court ordered rehab
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mental health services
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