Meth is an extremely addictive drug, with psychological and biological factors coming into play to increase the chance that someone will repeatedly return to using the drug. The high of meth is intense and leaves the person with a major crash after the drug has left the system. Many people almost immediately begin ... 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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Closure: What It Means for Mental Health
Life's journey is filled with highs and lows. At times, bad endings to events or relationships may push you toward seeking closure. Whether it's the end of a close friendship, the termination of a romantic relationship or the loss of a loved one, finding closure, in some cases, is a step toward healing. This article ... Read More
What Are the Effects of Combining Marijuana with Ecstasy?
Marijuana is among the most commonly used substances in the United States, especially as legal use continues to become more widespread. Around 15 percent of the adult population smokes pot, a statistic that rises to 19 percent among those 18 to 34. Marijuana is also increasingly found in combination with other ... Read More
Drug Profile: Mydayis
What is Mydayis? Mydayis is a stimulant that is primarily used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Doctors prescribe it to patients who are 13 and older. While the drug works similarly to Adderall XR, it has the ability to last even longer— up to 16 hours. Like some other stimulants used in ... Read More
How to Get Relief for Benzodiazepine Detox Flu
Many drug withdrawals entail flu-like symptoms. With benzodiazepine medications, these flu-like symptoms are known as the "benzo flu." In this article, we'll explore the benzo flu, including what it is and how and why it happens during benzo withdrawal. We'll also discuss options for facing it. What Is Benzo ... Read More
What’s ‘Falling into a K-Hole’ Like on a High Dose of Ketamine?
What does a K-hole feel like? This overview on ketamine breaks down everything you should know about this intense narcotic. LSD (acid) and magic mushrooms (psilocybin) are well known for their psychedelic properties, but they aren't the only drugs people use recreationally to achieve a trip-like state. Ketamine, ... Read More
Can Suboxone® Make Me Fail a Drug Test?
While it has been lauded as somewhat of a medication wonder for opioid and heroin addiction, Suboxone® also includes an addictive narcotic and must be taken only under close medical supervision. This reality can raise concerns if you're about to take an employer or prospective employer's drug test and are taking ... Read More
Help for When “My Husband Yells at Me”
Yelling in a relationship is almost never good, and it can sometimes be a sign that things have gone very wrong for one or both parties. It can be a result of various underlying issues such as stress, frustration or ineffective communication. It can also be part of a larger pattern of abusive behavior that has to be ... Read More
