Understanding Benadryl: Uses and Recommended Dosage Benadryl is the brand name of the antihistamine medication Diphenhydramine, which is also the active ingredient in Nytol, Sominex, and Tylenol PM. It can be purchased over the counter, but it is important to stick to...
Understanding the Unique Needs of Veterans in Drug Rehab Veterans coming home from a combat situation, or returning home after being deployed will often have to face difficult emotions, stress, and trauma. Some have chronic pain or new disabilities, others have to...
Understanding Adderall: Uses and Common Misconceptions Adderall is a prescription medication that is often used to treat Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It is a stimulant that helps individuals who have naturally low dopamine levels in their brains to regulate their hyperactive behaviors...
Opioids cause more overdoses than any other drugs, and Fentanyl addiction is a major cause of overdose. Fentanyl is among the most dangerous opioid drugs today. Though highly effective for treating pain, Fentanyl is also a leading cause of drug overdose deaths....
The holiday season is a time that is often accompanied by families spending time together, celebrating with food and drinks, and enjoying precious moments together. When you have a loved one who is undergoing addiction treatment in a drug or alcohol rehab,...
Should you create New Year’s resolutions in rehab? Absolutely! During rehab, people recovering from their addiction to drugs or alcohol are tasked to prepare for their new life–a life free from substance abuse. The approach of a New Year simply emphasizes the...
A Personal Story of Transformation Through Compassionate Care Devin’s journey towards healing and sobriety, like many other patients who attend WhiteSands in Fort Myers recovery, had its fair share of challenges and uncertainties. However, his recent completion of the Partial Hospitalization Program...
It’s not easy to talk to an employer about rehab–and that’s the simple truth. The fact is, talking about rehab also means disclosing information about a drug or alcohol abuse problem. There is a tremendous amount of fear that accompanies this type...
The road to addiction recovery for some is paved with 12-step programs. In Orlando, there are various 12-step programs that people addicted to drugs or alcohol can join. Some rehab treatment centers like WhiteSands offer 12-step programming in addition to their conventional...
WhiteSands offers addiction recovery programs Miami that target drug and alcohol substance use disorders. A substance use disorder, aka addiction, is a chronic condition that can be progressive. That means it’s likely to get worse without treatment. Managing an addiction requires significant...
