Alcohol addiction is a serious, life-threatening condition, but recovery is possible with the right tools. Rehabilitation centers help people get sober so they can reclaim their lives. Before starting rehabilitation, the first step is going through detox. Knowing what the detox process looks like can help patients set ... 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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How Creative Hobbies Improve Mind-Body Wellness
Approximately 1 in 5 adults in the United States struggles with some type of mental illness every day. Some of the most common conditions include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and bipolar disorder. While mental health conditions are treatable, only around 50% receive help. The good news is that ... Read More
Consequences of Alcoholism: Loss of Your License
Despite alcohol being legal and the fact that most people consume it from time to time, consuming too much can have major consequences. Alcohol use disorder (AUD), more colloquially called "alcoholism," is defined by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) as an impaired ability to control ... Read More
Consequences of Alcoholism: Damaged Relationships
The effects of alcohol use disorder (AUD) are far from limited to the person with the drinking problem. Their close loved ones are often directly impacted by the consequences of the addiction, and the damage that AUD leaves behind can make maintaining healthy relationships difficult or impossible. However, with ... Read More
Tai Chi, Qugong, and Ancient Mind-Body Practices
Did ancient Chinese healers understand something about mental health that modern medicine is just catching up to in recent decades? Maybe — the type of mind-body practices inherent in Chinese medicine thousands of years ago can have a beneficial impact on physical and mental health. Learn more about whether cultivating ... Read More
Consequences of Alcoholism: Loss of a Job
Alcohol use disorder (AUD), sometimes referred to as alcoholism or alcohol abuse, can affect virtually every part of someone's life. In the U.S. alone, 28.9 million people aged 12 and older struggled with AUD in 2023, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). If you struggle with AUD, you ... Read More
Why People Drink and the Effects They’re Chasing
In the United States, nearly 70 percent of people reported drinking alcohol in the past year, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) has reported. This widespread use isn't a new phenomenon — alcohol has played a significant role in society since ancient civilizations. For 10,000 years, this ... Read More
Social Media Influencers and Your Mental Health
Social media feels inescapable. There are 4.8 billion social media users worldwide. On average, people report spending almost 2.5 hours on social media daily. And it's nearly impossible to be on social media without coming across social media influencers. So, what's the impact of social media influencers on the ... Read More
