There are some gender-neutral barriers to seeking and pursuing substance abuse treatment, such as a lack of local programs, but there are also barriers that are specific to men and their efforts. Men who do not recognize these barriers and limitations may be more likely to continue their pattern of drug or alcohol abuse.
DetailsWork or school are big responsibilities that can be a part of your life. The stress that comes with them can be what triggered your substance use, what keeps you from stopping, and what makes it so you don’t seek out the help you need. Residential programs want you to leave as many stressors out…
DetailsMen experience addiction differently than women. They have different social, financial, familiar, and personal obstacles to overcome. These obstacles can make it harder for men to reach out for help. Spero Recovery has separate programs for men and women because we understand that there are unique needs to be met for each gender. What Is…
DetailsSober living can greatly benefit your recovery journey and can be an exciting next step of your recovery journey. It is a big next step and should not be rushed into. You are given a lot more leniency and freedom, which can be great and empowering but can also increase the risk of relapse if…
DetailsMen are taught that certain activities, colors, and more are manly things to participate in. If you don’t like those things or want to try something else, you are ridiculed for doing “girly” things. This includes showing emotions and expressing yourself. The stigma of “being a man” hinders progression, especially when trying to overcome substance…
DetailsWomen face unique challenges in recovery that men do not. Obstacles women face in recovery can make it harder for them to reach out to start treatment. It can also make it more difficult to maintain their recovery to reach long-term sobriety. You are not alone in your struggle with substance use disorder (SUD). We…
DetailsParticipating in a recovery program that utilizes a peer-based approach can help you reach and maintain your sobriety. They connect you with others who understand your situation and can empathize with your experiences. Your peers provide a type of support you can’t find anywhere else. This is one of the reasons we at Spero Recovery…
DetailsBeing a mother and struggling with substance use disorder (SUD) can greatly impact your relationship with your children and their lives. It can cause distance, negative feelings, long-term mental health conditions, and so much more. You may not even understand what your substance use is doing to them until you get sober. Once you have…
DetailsA structured schedule can be incredibly beneficial during your recovery. It helps you know what is to come, keeps you from returning to bad habits that could trigger a relapse, allows you to connect with your community, and prevents isolation. Spero Recovery implements a daily residential treatment schedule for our recovery programs. We understand the…
DetailsThe 12 steps are based on the premise of giving yourself to a higher power. This does not mean that they are religious, but more so that there is a spiritual aspect to working a 12-Step program. These programs can be incredibly beneficial to your recovery journey and goal of obtaining long-term sobriety. For this…
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