Addiction vs. Dependence The difference between addiction and dependence can be challenging to understand, especially because different organizations have their own definitions of the words or will use them inconsistently or interchangeably. In 2013, the American Psychological Association (APA) used to classify...
How to Find the Best Drug Rehabs When you live with an active addiction, you want to know that when you reach out for help, you turn to the right rehab center that will understand your unique needs and situation. It can...
Why Quit Drinking? You may be surprised to learn what constitutes alcohol abuse, as it is rarely talked about when the subject of drinking comes up. For men, it only takes two drinks per day or bingeing five drinks in two hours,...
The Client Participated in All Levels of Care and is Thankful to Lead a Sober and Fulfilled Life After watching his son attend addiction treatment at WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab in Fort Myers, Anthony cannot thank WhiteSands enough for giving his...
Addiction and Co-Occurring Disorders in Veterans It is hard for any civilian to understand Veterans’ experiences in their time of active duty. While many may think of the horrific scenes of war from movies, nothing compares to the real-life memories and traumas...
Cocaine Withdrawal Systems Although stopping cocaine use may not involve the same physically intense symptoms as some drugs like opioids, alcohol, and benzos, the psychological withdrawal that occurs when you stop using cocaine may still be very difficult to manage without a...
The Non-Institutionalized Approach Offered at WhiteSands Proved to be the Key A former patient at WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab in Orlando displayed immense gratitude to our facility for allowing her the opportunity to change her life around. When Amber sought recovery...
What Are Counterfeit Drugs? Counterfeit drugs and fake prescription drugs are any medications or pills that have been produced to look like an actual medication but have different ingredients or the wrong amount of the right ingredients. The producers of these drugs...
Finding an Addiction Therapist in Fort Myers Many people think they can manage their addiction on their own, but the truth is without professional help, you may become stuck. Professional intervention can help provide you with an external view, put your thoughts...
What Is Dual Diagnosis Treatment? A dual diagnosis is a common issue in which a person with a substance use disorder also has a co-occurring mental health condition. Nearly 8.4 million Americans are currently dealing with a mental health issue and addiction,...
