Although a woman's need for relationships can be at the basis of her addiction, it is also a tremendous strength she can use in her recovery. Also, women-only support groups can provide a way for women to form healthy relationships with others. As child welfare workers, you will not be conducting the direct treatment of substance-abusing women, but you will be referring them for treatment. Relational theory suggests that the first and best place to refer women are women-only support groups and those treatment facilities that focus on helping people develop healthy connections with others. In addition, consider contacting private nonprofit women's support agencies, such as the Women's Center in Orange County, which often offer support groups and other resources for women.
Substance abuse is a complex issue for women.
Knowing the best services for women with substance abuse problems is a good foundation for best practice. Applying relational theory to addiction treatment. Gender-specific substance abuse treatment. For the National Women's Resource Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug Abuse. Some gender differences in alcohol and polysubstance users.