Alcoholism Treatment Quarterly · 1995 · 27 citations · 0 references
NursingGender StudiesSocial PolicySubstance Use DisordersSubstance Use PreventionWomen's HealthAddictionAddiction AssessmentSubstance Abuse PreventionSubstance UseSubstance-related DisordersWomen's Health CareGender-responsive ProgrammingParent Caregiver TrainingSubstance Abuse TreatmentSubstance Use AdvocacySubstance Use Disorder CounselingSubstance Use InterventionVocational PathwaysWomen's Mental Health
Until the, past decade, research related to women's patterns of substance abuse has rarely been reported. Although women's rates of substance use and abuse are generally lower than men's, the social, psychological, physiological and economic effects of substance abuse in women are particularly severe. This paper reviews patterns of substance abuse unique to women and examines their implications for treatment of women. Recommendations include revision of program and reimbursement policies and development of gender-sensitive assessment and intervention protocols. It is suggested that advocacy, parent training, and concrete, medical and vocational services be incorporated into treatment programming for female substance abusers.