Why Exercise Therapy? People often say exercise is “addictive,” and there’s some truth to that. Experts say exercise acts on the brain similarly to commonly misused drugs; exercise and drugs both release “feel good” chemicals like serotonin and dopamine. They also make...
The Facility Provides an Aftercare Plan For Each Patient Who Completes the Treatment After attending WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab in Fort Myers, Florida, Scott couldn’t be more thankful for his experience at the addiction treatment facility. “Thank you to all the...
What Is Tricare Coverage? If you or a loved one is a veteran of the U.S. armed forces and struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction, you might not be sure where to turn. You recognize that you need help, but you’re...
Benefits of Sober Living in Tampa A sober living home (sometimes called a “halfway house”) is a residence you can move into if you want to live in a supportive and structured environment while in recovery. These homes are found throughout the...
Mocktails Can Help You Maintain Your Sobriety During the Holidays As a sober person, you don’t have to dread the holidays or resign yourself to boring drinks instead of alcohol. These days many people give up alcohol for health or other reasons....
The Importance of Addiction Treatment for Drug and Alcohol Abuse Substance abuse is a destructive force affecting your health, livelihood, and quality of life, and it also negatively affects those around you. Treating drug addiction and alcohol use disorder often takes much...
Veterans and Substance Abuse According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there were roughly 18 million American veterans in 2018, which made up 7% of the American adult population. The unique stress and culture of the military can cause some veterans to cope...
Addiction Treatment in Fort Myers If you or a loved one struggles with an addiction to drugs or alcohol, consider seeking help from a Fort Myers rehab like WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab. Whether you suffer from a mild or severe addiction,...
Why Is Self-Care So Important in Recovery? Self-care is not about indulgence or giving yourself treats. The World Health Organization defines self-care as “the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and to cope with illness...
Every Day in Sobriety Is a Milestone to Be Recognized After spending time at WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab Center in Fort Myers as a patient, Brad leads a fulfilled life after learning how to cope with and manage his disease of...
