Historically literature based around alcohol abuse was informed as a male disorder; as such treatment for addiction was tailored towards men’s recovery (Walde, Urgenson, Weltz & Hanna, 2002). Dealing with mother’s considered high risk then becomes a topic to consider when incorporating treatment specific for women; therefore, considering what barriers are faced when accessing treatment or medical resources. The biopsychosocial model would reflect on the biological differences between gender and how alcohol consumption absorbs within the body. Additionally, the psychosocial aspects associated in the lives of women would be analyzed including: prevailing expectations of women in society and the stigma associated to deviant behavior which diverges from roles that are prescribed for women (Walde, Urgenson, Weltz & Hanna, 2002). As such, gender-specific treatment would be an asset towards understanding the psychosocial consequences faced by women throughout history, and
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Family therapy could also serve as a beneficial in enhancing for a woman’s healing journey while establishing healthier connections (Walde, Urgenson, Weltz & Hanna, 2002). Additionally, it would be important to remember that women who have substance abuse issues have often experienced some form of trauma whether physically or sexually and that those providing treatment should address issues associated to trauma (Torchalla, et al., 2014). McHugo et al, constructed a study which identified the correlations of substance use associated to historical interpersonal trauma incurred by women. This study shared that trauma informed treatment is imperative to the health and recovery of women stating that a trauma history assessment is essential in any diagnoses or treatment program (McHugo et al,
Family therapy could also serve as a beneficial in enhancing for a woman’s healing journey while establishing healthier connections (Walde, Urgenson, Weltz & Hanna, 2002). Additionally, it would be important to remember that women who have substance abuse issues have often experienced some form of trauma whether physically or sexually and that those providing treatment should address issues associated to trauma (Torchalla, et al., 2014). McHugo et al, constructed a study which identified the correlations of substance use associated to historical interpersonal trauma incurred by women. This study shared that trauma informed treatment is imperative to the health and recovery of women stating that a trauma history assessment is essential in any diagnoses or treatment program (McHugo et al,