The liver is an extraordinary organ that is responsible for several important roles within the body. The liver stores vitamins, iron, and glucose breaks down old blood cells and converts stored sugars into usable sugar when the body's sugar levels drop. The liver also cleanses blood and produces bile that's critical in ... 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 the Liver Detoxes From Alcohol
5 Effective Self-Care Practices to Manage Stress
Stress affects every human, invariably in many different ways. Stress is the nagging static in your brain that beckons your attention. When stressors crop up, it is seemingly impossible to stay focused on the present moment. When I feel stressed, my brain feels like mush and self-care goes out the window. These ... Read More
FHE Health Named “Top Workplace” by Sun Sentinel for Sixth Year
FHE Health has once again earned the annual reputation as being a “Top Workplace,” in honor of its commendably high levels of employee satisfaction. This year’s prestigious award is the sixth that FHE Health has received since 2015. The “Top Workplaces” award is affiliated with Energage’s national “Top Workplaces” ... Read More
Can You Live a “Normal” Life with Schizophrenia?
Can you live a "normal" life with schizophrenia? In one sense, this question can be stigmatizing. Why? Because it can imply that people who live with an acute mental illness like schizophrenia are "abnormal" and that it's questionable as to whether they can live "normal" lives. In reality, though, the word "normal" ... Read More
5 Ways to Support a Loved One with Depression
Depression is a mental health condition that does not discriminate. From doctors, mothers, teachers, and even preachers - depression is one of the most common mental health issues in existence. As someone who has struggled with depression and anxiety myself, I know how absolutely hopeless this condition can feel. ... Read More
Recovery Insights: How to Build a Better Life in Recovery
In this month's Recovery Insights Q & A column, Alumni Director, Molly Mammen, shares personalized advice and specific ways to build a happy and successful life in recovery. Here are her specific responses to recently submitted alumni questions: How will I come back from this? Of course you will come back ... Read More
Overcoming Five Common Fears About Sobriety
I will never forget the day I walked out of jail and into an intervention hosted by my family. I can almost smell the fresh-cut grass of the lawn we were sitting on when I first realized that the veil had been removed. My secret was out and there was no way out of facing my drug addiction. My dad left me with no option ... Read More
How Has COVID Affected Mental Health and Alcohol Use? – New Survey Findings
The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting fallout have introduced dramatic life changes for many of us. From higher anxiety and depression levels to experiences of grief and loss, few lives have been left untouched by the developments of the last few months. At FHE Health, our thoughts are with those most affected by the ... Read More
