Every day we have a new, exciting opportunity to be our best selves and accomplish amazing things. Part of accomplishing that mission is giving ourselves the right tools and mindset to remove obstacles and triumph over procrastination or difficult emotions. By using these five easy mental health practices, you can give ... 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.
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The Power of Empathy in Addiction Recovery: How to Practice It
Sometimes, feelings of shame or guilt make it difficult for people to seek substance abuse treatment. However, with 2.3 million people getting help for alcohol use disorder in 2023, you're far from the only person attending rehab. Empathy in recovery encourages you to seek help without drowning your issues in guilt or ... Read More
Signs You Might Benefit from DBT
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by intense emotions? Maybe you've struggled to maintain stable relationships or found yourself stuck in self-destructive patterns. These experiences can be difficult to navigate and change, especially without the right support. That's where dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) comes ... Read More
DBT vs CBT: Choosing the Right Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy are two approaches used to treat a number of mental health issues. However, they differ in focus, technique and target population. If you or a loved one is seeking mental health treatment, understanding key differences between CBT and DBT therapy can help ... Read More
How to Save a Life: Suicide Prevention Tips
Knowing the facts about suicide prevention can save lives. After all, 12.8 million people seriously considered suicide in 2023 alone. Understanding how to help someone who's suicidal ensures you're ready to respond when someone you care about needs help. Suicide Prevention Crisis Hotlines and Emergency Resources When ... Read More
Risk Factors for Suicide and Warning Signs
Suicide is a serious, complex issue that often arises from a combination of emotional, psychological and environmental factors. Understanding common risk factors and warning signs plays a critical role in prevention, allowing intervention before a crisis escalates. Additionally, knowing what's not a risk factor for ... Read More
How to Get Prescribed ADHD Medication
Knowing the steps to getting ADHD medication can help along your path to treatment. Discover who can prescribe these medications and how to get a diagnosis. ADHD is a condition that affects approximately 11% of children aged 3 to 17 years old in the United States and around 6% of adults. Attention deficit ... Read More
The Cost of Inpatient Mental Health Treatment in Florida
According to a 2022 study in the Journal of Managed Care and Specialty Pharmacy that looked at over 400,000 adults living with clinical depression, a stay in an inpatient rehab center costs around $15,941. However, the average inpatient treatment cost with insurance can often be lower, depending on the individual's ... Read More
