The Importance of Staying Sober During the Holidays The holidays can be an especially trying time for people who are recovering from substance use disorders. It can feel as if everyone around is celebrating–often with drinks. The holidays have a way of...
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What Role Does Exercise Play in Recovery? Healing from drug or alcohol addiction requires a comprehensive treatment approach that incorporates a variety of healing methods that target psychological and physical healing from the impacts of substance abuse. For many addiction treatment plans,...
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Being Conscious of Your Sobriety During Travel Travel is a stressful process for many people, and you’re right to be concerned the added stress might trigger a relapse of sobriety if you have an upcoming trip. Fortunately, you can do many things...
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What Is Dry January? Dry January began as a public health initiative from Alcohol Change UK in 2012. This initiative allows people to reduce their alcohol intake or simply start the new year with a clean slate by choosing not to drink...
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When Patients Feel Secure in Their Decision to Seek Help, the Chances of Recovery Are Strengthened Dejhon admitted her uncle to rehab at WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab in Orlando when his alcoholism was spiraling out of control, and he’s thankful for...
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Signs You Need Addiction Treatment in Florida If you suspect a loved one is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, there are certain symptoms to note. Understanding these symptoms and their gravity can help get an individual into treatment so they can...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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