As the holiday season approaches, millions of Americans travel to spend time with loved ones. In fact, according to a 2022 study by AAA, nearly 113 million people traveled during the winter holidays, with Thanksgiving and Christmas being the busiest times for family gatherings. Unfortunately, these joyful reunions ... Read More
The Experience Blog
FHE Health is comprised of a team of professionals dedicated to improving our patients well-being. In this section our experience is used to weigh in on current events including legislation and trends as well as expert opinion articles directly contributed by our staff. The proof of our program is our Alumni, so we often feature articles from those who have completed our program. They offer real-life stories of struggle, hope and a new life. In our blog you’ll also find out about upcoming events and community impact efforts FHE Health is taking part in.
How to Not Talk Politics Over the Holidays
NOT! Drinking around the World in Disney
Staying Sober AROUND THE WORLD at Disney: My Epcot Adventure As someone in long-term recovery, I'm always on the lookout for substance-free fun, and Disney Parks are at the top of my list. While alcohol is available at all U.S. Disney parks at age 21, the real magic lies in the experiences—not the drinks. As a Florida ... Read More
Online Shopping for the Holidays: Pros and Cons
There's no denying it, Americans love to shop. Forbes reports that shoppers across the United States are projected to spend $240.8 billion online from November 1 to the end of 2024, an 8.4% increase from 2023. And some of it's understandable. After all, it's the holiday season, and people need to buy gifts and ... Read More
Veteran Suicide: Stats Everyone Should Know
Have Vietnam veteran suicide rates gone up or down? Find out how veteran suicide rates compare and what we can do to help veterans in our latest report. It's only rarely talked about, but veteran, and not just Vietnam veteran, suicide is a growing problem in this country. It can also be better addressed with greater ... Read More
Movember Takes on Mental Health
Movember is a popular annual event that asks men to grow out their mustaches in November in support of various men's health issues. Some of the issues the organization has supported in the past include prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and men's suicide. November 2024 is dedicated to men's suicide awareness. What Is ... Read More
Peer Support for First Responders: Insights from an Expert
First responders with addiction or mental health needs face many barriers that keep them from seeking treatment, from stigma and lack of time to a fear of being perceived as weak or unfit to serve. This reality helps to explain why, when at least 60 percent of first responders report they need treatment, less than half ... Read More
An Expert on IV Ketamine — After Matthew Perry’s Death
Medical ketamine has been safely used as an anesthetic for decades and is an increasingly mainstream treatment for depression and other psychiatric disorders. But when actor Matthew Perry died from an overdose in October 2023, his death thrust ketamine into the headlines, raising questions and concerns about the drug’s ... Read More
Kanye and Whippets? Dangers of Nitrous Oxide
If you follow celebrity news, you may have heard allegations related to Kanye West and nitrous oxide. Find out more about the rapper and his potential tie to nitrous below. Whether Kanye is dealing with a nitrous oxide addiction or not, whippet abuse is a serious topic that's been undermined by viral TikTok ... Read More
