Samaher Saif Al Yazal
Between the walls of closed houses, and behind coherent smiles that hide silent pain, many women are fighting an invisible battle with “addiction”, that battle does not start from the moment of abuse, but rather is an extension of an old wound, a childhood shock that was not treated, a harsh divorce, or family violence that has been kept secret for many years, the stories of these women carry severe accounts, but at the same time, but at the same time, but at the same time, but at the same time, but at the same time, but at the same time It reveals a firm fact: that recovery is possible, if there is a therapeutic environment that takes into account their privacy, and supports them in the face of the deep roots of pain.
The psychologist Abrar is closed, and from the reality of her experience in treating addiction cases, in this investigation, the reasons that drive women fall into the circle of abuse, and clarify the nuances in the treatment of women compared to men, stressing that the role of the family may be the difference between a complete break or a real beginning of the healing journey. “Women are not weaker than men, but silent shocks make them more vulnerable to refraction, and when we provide them with a therapeutic environment that takes into account their privacy, and we extend their support for them, the pain turns into real hope.”
Abrar sees that the causes of women’s drift towards addiction are not simple, and they cannot be limited to one factor, but rather a result of psychological and social intertwining that puts women in the circle of danger. “On the psychological point of view, we find that mood disorders, personality disorders, disorders resulting from shocks and pressure constitute a fertile ground for addiction. Many women who lived in childhood shocks are more likely to slip towards abuse. ”
As for the social aspect, it confirms that domestic violence, emotional neglect, and the absence of psychological support represents strong incentives. “Even excessive pampering may create an internal fragility that makes women less able to face the stress of life,” she added. In many cases, the presence of a partner addicted is a direct cause of the woman falling into the addiction circle.
Although men and women’s therapeutic programs are basically similar, the closed indicates that the treatment of women requires greater privacy in terms of focusing on specific issues. “Women are more vulnerable to emotional or sexual shocks, as well as family violence,” she explains. The social stigma also makes them more frequent in seeking help. Therefore, we focus on treating women on treating previous shocks, providing a safe environment for expression and building self -confidence. ”
It indicates that collective psychological support is of special importance for women, as it gives them a sense of safety and containment away from prejudices. “This additional dimension makes the treatment more effective and increases the chances of sustainable recovery,” she says.
The closed righteous links the experiences of domestic violence and divorce on the one hand, and the occurrence of women in the trap of addiction on the other hand, stressing that these events leave deep wounds that may continue for years. “Constant violence is born with fear and despair that may push the woman to drugs as a smuggler,” she explains. As for divorce, he carries with him feelings of isolation and economic and social pressures that weigh their shoulders. As for shocks, such as harassment or loss, they are open wounds that remain bleeding for many years, and addiction in this case becomes an unconscious attempt to stop the bleeding. ”
It stresses that the family is a pivotal element in the success or failure of treatment, stressing that family support may constitute the first protection line in the face of a setback. “Psychological and emotional support from the family may be the difference between the success of the treatment or its failure,” she says. Therefore, we integrate family therapy sessions into the treatment programs to correct communication patterns. The absence of cooperation brings the patient to the same environment that she originally pushed to addiction, while the presence of a supportive family provides a real safety network.
Abrar drew the closed that the relapse is a possibility on the journey of recovery, but it does not necessarily mean the failure of treatment. “Women may return to use after a period of recovery due to an emotional crisis, economic pressure, or simply due to a return to a stimulating environment,” she explains. Even boredom or void may be sufficient to ignite the desire again. ”
And it confirms that understanding the relapse as an opportunity to strengthen the treatment plan, not as a final loss, represents a turning point in the recovery path. “I always say that recovery is a long -term process that requires continuous follow -up, and every setback must be understood as an opportunity to rebuild, not as a sign of failure.”
It also stresses the importance of the family role, especially the presence of a understanding husband, and says: “Emotional support from the husband, his understanding, and his practical support helps the patient to adhere to the treatment plan, and strengthen her feeling of the ability to recover. On the other hand, the absence of this support raises the danger of relapse. ”
