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
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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 to Stay Sober in College and Have Fun
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
Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention: The Simple but Groundbreaking Tool That’s Helping People Stay Sober
You may have heard the word "mindfulness" enough times to the point that you're not sure if it really means anything, and it's true that the concept has been overused in recent years. But here, we're going to be talking about the concept of mindfulness in the context of a strategy for long-term sobriety and how this ... Read More
The Straight “Dope” On the Evolution of Drug Slang
Updated January 18, 2023 We've all heard terms like "dope," "smack," "speed" and "nose candy" to describe illegal drugs on television, in the schoolyard and in recovery meetings and addiction treatment programs. Drug dealers and users have used drug slang, also known as drug street names, for decades, and it's an ... Read More
How a Breathalyzer Works: The Roadside Sobriety Test That Everyone Should Know About
Updated January 4th, 2022 According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, one person dies in a drunk driving accident about every 50 minutes in the U.S. While we all know that being over the legal alcohol limit and getting behind the wheel of a car is risky, unfortunately it still happens. Even if a ... Read More
How CCTPs Are Another Breakthrough in Trauma Treatment
When trauma occurs, treatment is often necessary. Reaching out to the right professional is critical. Many counseling professionals can help you with trauma treatment. However, some patients may benefit from reaching out to a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) for their treatment. What Is ... Read More
A Loved One’s Guide to Healthy Communication with an Addict
It’s not easy to watch a loved one continue to use drugs or alcohol when it's very obvious to you that it’s destroying their life. You know they can turn things around if they just stopped using. You may be tired of picking up the pieces and managing life on your own. Having healthy communication skills in a ... Read More
Drug Profile: Phenibut
Sold under brand names "Noofen" and "Fenibut," Phenibut is a medication prescribed by physicians in Russia, Latvia and Ukraine to treat insomnia, depression and anxiety disorders. Phenibut is not available or approved for medical use in the U.S. or European Union countries. However, Phenibut can be purchased online ... Read More