A mental health diagnosis can impact a person’s sense of self and their assumptions about what they can and cannot do. Sometimes this dynamic can be so self-limiting that it keeps a person from living their life to its fullest. In other words, there are dangers to letting a diagnosis define us, as writer Jordan Kisner ... 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.
The Dangers of Letting a Diagnosis Define Us
Are Mental Disorders Increasing Over Time?
Is there a rise of mental illness in today's world, or are we just categorizing normal emotional responses as mental health issues? Statistics from the World Health Organization reveal a 13% increase in reported mental health disorders over the past 10 years. Globally, suicide rates are extremely high among young ... Read More
Is People Pleasing Causing Problems? What to Know, From an Expert
People pleasing can affect a person’s mental health. Sometimes the negative impact can be significant. It can also be a sign of an underlying condition that may benefit from treatment. For help decoding this common behavior, including what can cause it, who may be more prone to it, and its adverse effects, we reached ... Read More
“7 Pillars” and Other Mindfulness Practices, from an Expert in DBT
“Mindfulness” is a bit of a buzzword these days. While most of us have heard it used, often in the context of health and well-being, the term can mean different things. Much of the time, mindfulness is interpreted narrowly as “meditation,” but meditation is one of many mindfulness practices. “I like to think of ... Read More
Recovery vs. Sobriety: What’s the Difference?
In recovery, “being clean”, sobriety are all words or phrases (if you will) that are thrown around a lot and used interchangeably especially by those in the community of substance users. We're guilty of it ourselves, and we ought to know the difference between each one!. And believe it or not, there is a difference ... Read More
Expert Opinion: Can Medication Help Me Through a Crisis?
A crisis is any event or accumulation of events that causes inner turmoil and challenges a person’s life coping skills. Whether it’s an earth-shattering, traumatic experience or a time of intense life challenges and difficulties, a crisis can shake anyone to their core, calling into question their sense of meaning and ... Read More
Expert Tips for Managing the Traumatic Effects of a Natural Disaster
Natural disasters have increased fivefold in the last 50 years, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) declared in a report in 2021. These extreme weather events can be traumatic to live through. A hurricane, wildfire, tornado, or severe flooding isn’t just scary to experience because it can claim lives. In one ... Read More
How to Gauge the Severity of a Trauma and Respond Appropriately
Most people will experience a traumatic event during their lifetime, according to the National Center for PTSD. It reports that six out of 10 men and five out of 10 women are affected by trauma, and that the nature of their trauma can depend to some degree on their gender: Women are more vulnerable to sexual ... Read More
