First responders include police officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers and others who assume the role of being on the front line of emergency situations. Unless an individual is in a crisis, it’s easy to take these services for granted. Little thought is given to how working through these high-stress and ... Read More
Learning Center
FHE Health is dedicated to educating the American public—especially individuals, families, and communities—about mental health and substance abuse topics. In our Learning Center, you'll find articles on alcoholism, substance abuse, behavioral and 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. We also provide information for those who have gone through treatment and are building a new life in recovery.
How Neurofeedback Therapy Is Helping First Responders with PTSD
Improve the Mood by Detoxing the Mind? Discover How.
Not feeling your best is difficult, and some people will try many different things that are purported to help them feel their best. It's important to note that you'll have to detox your body and mind if you're going to live the life you deserve. Think about this situation: Brian hasn't been feeling like himself ... Read More
Living with Someone Who Has PTSD – What to Know
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, develops after an individual experiences a traumatic event. Recent research Indicates PTSD is becoming increasingly common. According to the National Center for PTSD, 60% of Americans will experience the disorder during their lifetimes. Living with PTSD can affect the person's ... Read More
3 Things Michael Phelps Learned From His Depression Struggles
He is the most decorated Olympic competitor in history. The epitome of what a successful athlete achieves over a career. Lauded by fellow competitors and the media, adored by his fans, Michael Phelps' life looked like an American success story. But for Michael Phelps, depression was a constant companion, so bad at some ... Read More
Trouble Sleeping, Constant Fatigue and Other Signs of an Anxiety Disorder
We've all had those weeks when we feel overly tired, can't sleep and feel down but aren't entirely sure why. There's a looming feeling of unease, but there doesn't seem to be a source. Then, a vicious cycle of sleep anxiety takes over. An individual can't sleep, which makes them anxious, and that anxiety causes more ... Read More
Living with Someone Who Has Bipolar Disorder – What to Know
Nearly six million Americans have bipolar disorder (BPD) and more than half of them are not receiving treatment for this serious mental illness. Many people with BPD are misdiagnosed with major depression, schizophrenia, or borderline personality disorder because signs of BPD While in a manic phase, people with BPD ... Read More
Use These Workouts to Snap Out of a Depressive Spell
Nearly any type of physical fitness routine can improve psychological health. Research shows that exercise can provide relief from a more garden-variety case of the blues and from clinical depression. (In the second case, medication and therapy are typically the first-line treatment, but often are accompanied by the ... Read More
How One Man Recognized His BPD Symptoms and Got Help
Tyler didn't recognize his BPD symptoms at first. He brushed off his episodes of depression and anxiety because he was going through a rough patch in life. His personal relationships were suffering, and he was scared his boss might fire him. Tyler was also angry all the time, but he figured it was due to stress or ... Read More