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Benefits of Gender-Specific vs. Coed Drug Treatment Settings

by scottsdalerec | Mar 10, 2017 | Gender-Specific

Comparing effectiveness and likelihood for success in gender specific (men-only & women-only) drug addiction treatment to that of coed rehab centers. Having been in treatment for substance abuse, namely alcohol, in both settings, I have definite opinions on...

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