Alcohol and drugs affect women differently than men. Women don't burn alcohol as quickly as men, so women often get more intoxicated than they expect. It is hard for a woman to accurately predict her limits for alcohol and drug use because they change with her monthly cycle. Women become addicted to alcohol and drugs sooner than men do, and their bodies are damaged faster and more extensively by alcohol and drug abuse. Women who are heavy alcohol or drug users are much more likely than non-users to be victims of physical and sexual assault.
People drink and use drugs for different reasons.
Many of us grew up in homes in which alcohol or other drug use was common. You do not have to continue this pattern. There are people who can help you break the cycle of alcohol and drug abuse and create a healthier, safer life for yourself. You are not alone. Ask for help.