Each year, National Women Touched By Addiction Day brings forward an opportunity not only to acknowledge recovery but to amplify the voices of women who have endured, supported, and transformed through the shadows of substance abuse. Held on July 23 , this observance is more than a call to recognize addiction—it’s a powerful moment to shed light on the emotional labor of women, the stigma they face , and the intergenerational impact of addiction in their lives. What if we moved beyond seeing addiction only through the lens of rehab and instead focused on the stories of mothers, daughters, sisters, and partners who carry the invisible weight of addiction every day? 👩👧👦 Beyond the Addict: The Silent Impact on Women Around Them While much of the conversation around addiction in women highlights those directly affected, what is often overlooked is the emotional and psychological toll on women who are caretakers or relatives of those struggling with addiction. According to t...