Can You Become Addicted to Marijuana? Marijuana is one of the most widely popular drugs across America with many experimenting with marijuana use in their younger years and turning to marijuana as a way to de-stress and decompress after a long, stressful...
Depression in America Clinical depression is at worrisome levels across the nation. According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), “Major depressive disorder (MDD) is the leading cause of disability in the U.S. for ages 15 to 44.3 and affects...
Patients Travel to WhiteSands From Across the US A recent patient named Andie traveled many miles to attend drug treatment at WhiteSands in Fort Myers Florida. “I moved all the way here from Baltimore to go to WhiteSands because they truly are...
Binge Drinking and St. Patrick’s Day St. Patricks Day is a holiday that many people associate with drinking alcohol to celebrate Irish culture. When most people envision celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, the first thought is going to a pub to drink green...
What Is Ketamine Used For Medically? Ketamine is a short-acting anesthetic commonly used for medical purposes as a pain management treatment for patients undergoing surgery or moderate to severe medical procedures. Ketamine is a short-acting pain relief medication that provides individuals with...
How Alcohol Affects the Brain The brain is a very delicate organ in our body that relies on millions of tiny chemical interactions and neurological activity to work correctly. This process is a delicate balance of physical processes, brain chemistry, neurotransmitters, and...
Through Therapy, The Driving Force of Addiction Can be Established so That A Solid Foundation For Recovery Can Be Constructed When Marcus was looking for help to overcome his alcohol abuse, he reached out to WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab Center in...
What Are Opioids? Opioids are drugs, either illicit or prescription pain medications, that have pain-relieving properties that individuals typically begin using as a method to treat an ongoing co-occurring disorder or physical ailment. When consumed, opioids will produce powerful feelings of euphoria...
The Connection Between Mental Health and Addiction When an individual struggles with both a mental health disorder and an addiction, dual diagnosis treatment is necessary to overcome the illness. Mental health and addiction treatment in Florida can help patients successfully overcome and...
What Is MAT Drug Rehab? When you live with an active drug addiction, the first step towards achieving sobriety and addiction recovery is going through a drug or alcohol detox within a residential treatment facility. This process is when your body releases...
