The word "depression" has become highly normalized in modern culture. Saying things like "I feel depressed today" or "today is so depressing" have become colloquial ways to comment on a downward trend in mood or an unfortunate time when things didn't go according to plan. However, for those living with bipolar disorder ... Read More
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FHE Health is dedicated to educating about mental health and substance abuse topics. In our learning center you will find articles focused on alcoholism, substance abuse, behavioral & mental health, and other treatment related issues. Our articles are written both for the person in need of treatment as well as loved ones seeking more information. For those who have gone through treatment and are building a better life, we also provide information about your new life in recovery.
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How Political Partisanship May Be Hurting Your Mental Health
Do You Have an Addictive Personality? Find Out!
Mental Health Tools for Overcoming a Depressive Episode
Self-Care Tips for Protecting Your Mental Health When You Love Someone with an Addiction
Every person trying to beat addiction or dealing with a substance abuse problem needs a support system. But if the support system is primarily a single individual, it can take a huge toll on that person's mental health. If you have a loved one who is going through the journey of rehab and entering into a sober ... Read More
Rob Lowe’s Secret to 25 Years of Sobriety and Counting
It seems like Rob Lowe has been acting forever. The fact that he seemingly never ages and is still so good-looking certainly adds to this illusion. If you don't know who he is, you've possibly not been to the movies or watched a television show since the 1980s. Rob Lowe starred in multiple films in that decade, most ... Read More
5 Mental Health Relapse Triggers Everyone Should Know About
As with many diseases, it is possible to suffer a mental health relapse, even when medications are used routinely and counseling is provided. If you have a mental health disorder, it’s essential to know what the early warning signs of a mental health relapse are so you can react to them. If you are struggling now ... Read More
Can CBD Help My Recovery? CBD’s Role in Treating Heroin and Other Addictions
Since 2018, there's been a whirlwind of publicity about CBD. Cannabidiol (CBD) is a non-psychoactive compound in cannabis that's being used for pain relief, treatment of anxiety and other health issues. Is there a place for CBD in the addiction treatment space? Many people shy away from talking about cannabis in the ... Read More
How to Stay Sober in College and Have Fun
You want to know how to be sober in college. Whether or not you’ve used drugs or alcohol before, you recognize that education, and your future, probably don't mix well with the use of substances. Yet it can seem like you’re going to miss out on a lot of experiences if you aren’t partying every weekend. Is it ... Read More
6 Tips for Helping Your Partner Stay Sober After Rehab
Having a loved one suffering from addiction can be very difficult, no matter who you are or what you've experienced in your life. Seeing people we love go through something that changes who they are and actively hurts them is not something we're prepared to go through. There exists a misconception, when we think of ... Read More
The Family Dynamics of Addiction Mean Each Member Plays a Role: Discover Yours
You may have heard addiction described as a family illness. This oft-repeated expression is more than just a thing people say. In the vast majority of addiction cases, family plays more than a small role. In this piece, we talk about the implications of these findings, notably, that recovery may need to involve the ... Read More
