2020-02-11 17:00
It’s another Friday night and the ritual of going to the bar to drink and hang out with friends or co-workers may not be as fun as it used to be. More and more Americans are foregoing… Read More
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2020-02-09 14:00
“I drank too much and it made me really unhappy.” – Ewan McGregor Ewan McGregor is one of today’s most celebrated actors. He’s best known for his roles in films… Read More
2020-02-07 14:00
Benzodiazepines — a class of psychotherapeutic drugs used to treat anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions — can quickly cause dependency and addiction, even in us… Read More
2020-02-06 20:32
If I am completely honest, I was nervous about writing on the topic of toxic relationships. Keeping up with total transparency, I have been a glutton for chaotic, messy, most toxic relations… Read More
2020-02-05 16:00
People seeking treatment for physical pain are often looking for new solutions. Emotional freedom technique, or EFT, maybe something you’ve heard about but aren’t sure how it int… Read More
2020-02-04 14:00
Making it through recovery is a large commitment and can take a significant investment in time and energy. The process is never easy, particularly for those just out of rehabilitation and wo… Read More
2020-01-30 14:00
When FHE Health Clinical Director Dr. Beau Nelson talks about women, perfectionism and social media, it quickly becomes apparent that he knows a thing or two about the topic, having dealt wi… Read More
2020-01-29 14:00
The power of attraction may be undeniable, yet before embarking on a dating relationship with someone in recovery, take a careful look at what you’re getting into. Dating at this time… Read More
2020-01-28 14:00
If you’re a marijuana user with a drug test coming up, you may be worried about testing positive for the drug. If so, you may also be looking for quick ways to clean out your system&md&hell…Read More
2020-01-25 14:00
Cocaine is classified as a hard drug and is illegal to possess or consume, but it’s often seen in a different light. Due to the stereotype of use among wealthy individuals like investm… Read More
2020-01-23 20:00
Before getting sober, I vividly remember wondering how other people were so happy living “boring,” sober lives. I couldn’t fathom spending one second sober. In fact, I ofte… Read More
2020-01-23 14:00
“I didn’t think I would ever make it to this age.” Billie Eilish Just shy of her 18th birthday, singer and songwriter Billie Eilish has already achieved what many performer… Read More
2020-01-22 14:00
Like many other prescription FDA-approved medications, tizanidine can be addictive. Tizanidine is not a narcotic. The drug is considered to be a muscle relaxer that helps to reduce pain, but… Read More
2020-01-21 14:00
Although withdrawal symptoms from cannabis aren’t as severe as withdrawal symptoms from quitting opioids or alcohol, they are still unpleasant and disruptive to your health. And, for p… Read More
2020-01-21 14:00
The United States has a binge drinking problem. Popular among high school students, college students and even adults, drinking heavily on a regular basis is a normal thing for far too many p… Read More
2020-01-17 19:00
With the rise in legalized sports gambling across many states, the presence of gambling is becoming far more ubiquitous. Millions of Americans bet on sporting events, enter March Madness poo… Read More
2020-01-16 14:00
Of the roughly 7-10 million Americans who needed treatment for co-occurring mental health conditions in 2008, according to an estimate by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, wo… Read More
2020-01-15 21:20
Is depression a disability? Ask anyone suffering a severe depression episode, in which they can’t get out of bed or see themselves living even one more day, and you’re sure to se… Read More
2020-01-14 19:39
As a mother in recovery, I have had quite the experience of raising two beautiful children while also working a full-time job and maintaining my sobriety. Recovery is full of ups and downs f… Read More
2020-01-14 14:00
In recent years, medical and recreational marijuana has been legalized in many states. While this has created only a slight uptick in use, its legalization has fostered the idea that weed is… Read More
2020-01-11 14:00
In a recent year, more than 14 million U.S. adults reported having an alcohol use disorder, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). The NIAAA also report… Read More
2020-01-09 14:00
In December 2019, legal marijuana sales began in the state of Michigan, the 11th state to take the ban on recreational use of the drug off the books since Colorado and Washington became the… Read More
2020-01-08 21:00
Best known for her role as the little girl Gertie in the Spielberg classic E.T the Extraterrestrial, Drew Barrymore later endured a childhood and adolescence scarred by alcohol and drug abus… Read More
2020-01-07 14:00
Why do women suffer from depression more than men do? Depression, which is both treatable and common, seems to impact women’s mental health more than men. One study, published by the&n&hell…Read More
2020-01-04 14:00
Opioid addiction is a long-lasting and chronic disease. This addiction can lead to social, health and economic problems. Normally, people start taking opiates for pain, but you may… Read More
2020-01-02 21:00
What Is Afrin? Afrin is a popular nasal spray used to temporarily relieve nasal congestion due to colds, allergies and sinusitis. Afrin contains water and a chemical call… Read More
2019-12-31 14:00
It’s not uncommon for people in recovery to think about the past — in fact, Step 8 of the 12 steps used by Alcoholics Anonymous in recovery specifically asks those in treatment t… Read More
2019-12-28 14:00
Maybe you’re thinking right now about making new commitments and resolutions for the New Year. If so, you’re likely to spend some time putting together a list of new habits you w… Read More
2019-12-26 14:00
The holidays typically evoke images of family bliss: —Uncle John carving up a big turkey for a traditional family dinner, Grandma bestowing her precious gifts, and Aunt Mary gracing th… Read More
2019-12-26 14:00
Co-founder and lead vocalist of the rock band Metallica, James Hetfield has long had a reputation for hard living– and hard drinking. In the band’s early days, its members all dr… Read More
2019-12-25 21:00
Craig Ewing has been helping patients’ families transition from treatment into early recovery and a program of aftercare for a while now. When he’s asked about that experience, h… Read More
2019-12-21 14:00
It’s happened again. Your loved one has promised to change, not to use drugs or drink alcohol, and yet, here you are, facing their broken promise. You’ve tried time and time agai… Read More
2019-12-19 14:00
You’re working through recovery and feeling empowered by all that you’ve learned about substance abuse and mental health. Now, you’re working towards getting back into the… Read More
2019-12-18 21:00
Because of its location in South Florida, FHE Health is accustomed to working with Spanish-speaking patients and/or families. While the treatment needs of this demographic are quite similar… Read More
2019-12-14 00:00
What Is Huffing? Inhaling, or huffing, chemicals such as gasoline, paint thinner and adhesives containing toluene and benzene produces a high similar to alcohol intoxication — loss of… Read More
2019-12-12 14:00
“There was no logical reason for me to feel this way. I was at New York University, I was paying my bills on time, I had friends and ambition— but for some reason, there was some… Read More
2019-12-11 21:00
If you’ve never gone to group therapy or A.A. meetings, you may not be sure about the rules or what you can say or do in the meeting. Depending on your amount of time, you may feel obl… Read More
2019-12-10 14:00
It’s that time of the year again, when you’re setting New Year’s goals. This year, you may once again try to lose weight. While that is a good thing to do, it’s impor… Read More
2019-12-09 18:53
From now until January 15, 2020, the national behavioral health provider FHE Health is accepting scholarship applications from college-level and graduate students—as well as rising col… Read More
2019-12-06 16:10
Roughly 30 percent of people who use marijuana have some degree of a marijuana use disorder, according to a report by the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Yet most Americans probably don&rs&hell…Read More
2019-12-05 14:37
I know we often hear people say hindsight is 20/20 – and let me tell you this has never been more relevant than it is now. If I could go back and change how everything played out, hone… Read More
2019-12-05 14:00
With the New Year ahead, it’s time to consider 2020 heath goals. Many people set weight loss goals or promise to be more organized in the months to come. Mental health goals could be j… Read More
2019-12-04 21:00
When you’re in recovery from addiction or a mental health disorder like anxiety or depression, it’s normal to experience episodes of loneliness, fear, confusion, low self-esteem… Read More
2019-11-30 21:00
How much time do you spend in front of screens each day? The average screen time, by age, can be surprising for most people. People spend numerous hours each day in front of smartphones… Read More
2019-11-29 14:00
The popularity of anti-anxiety medication is widely known, both by those with legitimate diagnoses and those without. These kinds of drugs, like Xanax, Ativan and Valium, are… Read More
2019-11-27 14:00
How much does heroin cost? If you’re not a user or buyer, you may have no idea how much a person that is using illegal drugs or prescription medications to get high is actually spendin… Read More
2019-11-26 21:00
As social media continues to grow, so do the ways in which celebrities can make connections with fans. Lives that were previously largely lived in magazines and TV programs are now broadcast… Read More
2019-11-26 17:53
There is no doubt that the holiday season is a favorite time of year for many people. Glistening lights garner undivided attention and ease the stressors of the hustle and bustle of the holi… Read More
2019-11-25 23:05
The holidays are synonymous with many things. For many of us, celebrating around the Thanksgiving table or opening presents on Christmas morning would not be complete without the presence of… Read More
2019-11-23 14:00
For many people, the holiday season is one of fun, family and friends as they engage in the festivities and parties, but this isn’t the case for everyone. If you have been diagnosed wi… Read More
2019-11-22 14:00
What You Should Know About Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome (wet brain syndrome) is actually two different syndromes involving a severe vitamin B1 (thia… Read More
2019-11-20 21:00
It’s that time of year again. Companies across the nation schedule holiday get-togethers where you’re expected to socialize with everyone from the big boss to the people fro… Read More
2019-11-19 14:00
Mental health is a fragile subject. As a topic that was previously heavily stigmatized — and is still stigmatized in mainstream culture to a point — talking about mental health i… Read More
2019-11-18 19:00
This month FHE Health became the “primary provider of choice” for the National Fraternal Organization of Police (NFOP)— this after the NFOP vetted facilities nationwide and… Read More
2019-11-16 14:00
Travel has long been viewed as an activity for those privileged with time and money — a bonus, if a person happens to be able to take time away from work or their other day-to-day resp… Read More
2019-11-15 14:00
Internet advertisements for hotels, beaches and amusement parks show families laughing and enjoying their time together. They show smiling parents lounging on a sunny beach while kids play i… Read More
2019-11-13 21:00
As we continue to learn more about mental health and the origins of many mental illnesses, family mental health history continues to become a more focal issue, and not without good reason. M… Read More
2019-11-12 14:00
It is now widely known that gratitude can make people happier. For example, research cited by Harvard has linked gratefulness and an attitude of acknowledging the gifts in one’s life t… Read More
2019-11-09 14:00
With the rush of everything, there is to do before you leave for your vacation, you may forget medication for your holiday. You remembered to pack the extra batteries for the camera and plen… Read More
2019-11-08 14:00
The “holiday blues'” are a fairly common occurrence whether you have a diagnosed mental illness or not. That doesn’t mean, however, that holiday depression is any less upse… Read More
2019-11-07 15:22
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” The holidays are supposed to be filled with lots of family, tidings, and good cheer. However, the holiday season can be a diffic… Read More
2019-11-06 20:00
Did you grow up in a home with an alcoholic? You may have faced days of stepping on eggshells and avoiding that parent because you knew that it only took a very little problem to create a sc… Read More
2019-11-05 15:15
tPain is a very real problem for the many people who daily endure chronic and acute symptoms. Seeking out pain medications to treat this pain and be able to maintain daily activities is not… Read More
2019-11-04 15:00
We may not think about it on a daily basis, but most of us live in homes that contain deadly substances. Paint, paint thinners, aerosol sprays, and even nail polish remover can cause serious… Read More
2019-10-28 20:00
Maybe you’ve noticed that a friend or loved one doesn’t hang out as much as they used to or they always have an excuse for why they can’t join in on social outings. Or mayb… Read More
2019-10-28 13:00
Is fear of being sober a real thing? As you work through the detox process, you can start to feel the overwhelming frustration and anxiety build around being sober. Post-detox, you may have… Read More
2019-01-06 23:00
Drug Trafficking — Father of Slain College Football Player Charged
Drug trafficking is a constant problem in many areas of the United States. Law enforcement professionals work to… Read More
2019-01-06 14:00
At the Florida House Experience, we get prospective patients asking about more than just addiction to drugs or alcohol. Many patients are addicted to food, sex or gambling, addictions t… Read More
2019-01-05 21:00
For those working through the 12-step program, each step is designed to make you pause, think and act. In some situations, you may feel as though each step is a challenge, but that&rsqu&hell…Read More
2019-01-05 14:00
When it comes to finding the right addiction treatment center, there’s a lot to consider. Not only do you need to think about the kind of help you need and the location that works best… Read More
2019-01-04 21:00
Substance abuse is a large and growing problem. In 2016, 10.6 percent of people in the United States ages 12 and older had used illicit drugs in the previous month, according to th… Read More
2019-01-04 14:00
Do you have a loved one struggling with addiction? If so, you may feel helpless. How can you help your family member get help if he or she refuses to enter treatment? Because of how challeng… Read More
2019-01-03 21:00
Two new cases of trafficking large amounts of illicit substances in early December 2018 were added to the tally in the Charlotte, NC, area, where there have been a shocking number of similar… Read More
2019-01-03 06:00
“Only people who are capable of loving strongly can also suffer great sorrow, but this same necessity of loving serves to counteract their grief and heals them.”
― Leo Tol… Read More
2019-01-02 21:00
How much alcohol is too much? It’s one of the most common questions people have. Moderation is always considered the most important factor related to drinking alcohol. Knowing how much… Read More
2019-01-02 14:00
An eating disorder is a serious health condition involving eating behaviors that impact physical health, mental health, and emotional well-being. Eating disorders are not as uncommon as they… Read More
2019-01-01 14:00
A drug raid on December 10, 2018, yielded a huge bust of a man presumably looking to distribute over $150,000 worth of multiple different drugs. Central Georgia enforcement officials, during… Read More
2019-01-01 09:00
Hepatitis is a condition many people don’t speak about or even think of as secondary to addiction. Yet, it is essential for those who have a viral form of hepatitis to see help for thi… Read More
2018-12-31 21:00
Substance addiction is not selective. Mothers, teachers, your auto mechanic and holders of PhDs are all vulnerable to becoming addicted to alcohol abuse, illicit drugs, or prescription drugs… Read More
2018-12-31 14:00
Drug and alcohol addiction recovery is a process filled with numerous ups and downs. Throughout the process, many people will struggle with what’s happened and what’s to come. It… Read More
2018-12-30 21:00
Nearly all fentanyl sold on the streets of America enters the country through international mail. In early 2018, a Senate investigation discovered the government simply w… Read More
2018-12-30 14:00
Behavioral health and mental health are two terms often used together to mean the same thing. Yet, they are different. The concept and development of behavioral health and treatment develope… Read More
2018-12-29 21:00
As if just getting to the first step of recovery doesn’t have enough barriers, individuals are likely to face challenges as they navigate paths into long-term recovery. This is true wh… Read More
2018-12-29 17:00
It’s been well-documented that the way addicts are treated in prison does practically nothing to support recovery, and recent news is showing that in some areas, this trend is worsenin… Read More
2018-12-28 21:00
With the opioid epidemic continuing to rise at an alarming rate addiction experts, medical professionals, lawmakers, addicts and advocates alike are scrambling to find a way to deal with the… Read More
2018-12-28 14:00
New Year’s Eve has long been known for its drug and alcohol-fueled frivolities. It’s not uncommon for party-loving people to spend the last day of the calendar year sipping champ… Read More
2018-12-27 21:00
Narcan, one of the brand names for the generic drug Naloxone, is a life-saving drug, but it’s one that too many people don’t know enough about. Unlike many of the drugs… Read More
2018-12-27 14:00
Behavioral addiction is an addiction to an activity that causes physical and/or psychological harm to the individual. Common behavioral addictions include gambling, sex, shopping, hoarding… Read More
2018-12-26 21:00
Resolutions can be some of the most difficult demands we place on ourselves every year. For those recovering from alcohol or drug addiction, these resolutions come with additional risks. If… Read More
2018-12-26 14:00
What Exactly Is JUUL, and Why Is It So Popular?
With the ongoing shift away from inhaled tobacco products both here in the United States and throughout other Western countries has come a sur… Read More
2018-12-25 21:00
Once you’ve decided to get clean and start down the road towards recovery, one of the most important things you’ll need to do right away is ditch any drugs you’re still hol… Read More
2018-12-25 14:00
Getting help in dealing with addiction can be complicated. First, there are practically endless options. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, there are around 14,500… Read More
2018-12-24 21:00
From the critical aunt who can’t stop asking you questions to the stress of attending holiday parties or finding the right gift for each person, the holidays can be difficult. Accordin… Read More
2018-12-24 21:00
Outpatient programming is an important part of the continuum of care for those seeking to recover from a substance use disorder. While occasionally used as a starting point for those new to… Read More
2018-12-24 14:00
Historically, society hasn’t had a very firm understanding of addiction and many of the issues surrounding it, which has led to misguided theories and myths popping up around the topic… Read More
2018-12-23 21:00
With the new year just around the corner, expect to hear lots of buzz in the media and on your social media feeds about New Year’s resolutions. It’s the time of year when we&rsqu&hell…Read More
2018-12-23 14:00
Treatment is an exceptionally important part of recovering from addiction. And, unfortunately, it’s not as common as it should be — only 11 percent of the estimate… Read More
2018-12-22 21:00
In the traditional view of genetics, the things encoded in your genes are distinct traits, such as hair color or whether you have a higher risk for heart disease. Genes from parents, grandpa… Read More
2018-12-21 21:00
When we think of vaccines, we immediately think of infectious diseases like the measles, mumps, pertussis and polio. But now, Scripps Research Institute researchers have developed… Read More
2018-12-21 14:00
Going to treatment isn’t the kind of thing you schedule; to ensure a successful attempt at recovery, putting off going to rehabilitation until a more convenient time isn’t g… Read More
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