When a person is struggling with benzodiazepine abuse and addiction, knowing how to get off benzos and actually being able to do so successfully are two very different things. Like other addictive substances, benzodiazepines have the potential to take hold of a user's brain and body, making the process of getting sober ... 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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Gambling and Suicide: The Hidden Story
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The Runaway Popularity of the “DMT Trip” and Its Dangers
Psychedelics are inherently different than other illicit and addictive substances because of how they gain traction. While drugs like alcohol and heroin are often used to escape reality and stimulants like cocaine are used to boost the experience of a party, LSD, psilocybin mushrooms and the latest addition to the ... Read More
Pathological Lying Can Occur with These Mental Disorders
Updated 2/25/26 Everyone lies. It's a part of life, for better or for worse. Some people find peace in white lies and don't feel bad about occasionally avoiding the truth to spare a loved one's feelings. Others, however, see habitual lying, even major lies, as something completely inconsequential. These are what we ... Read More
Mental Illness or Personality Trait: What Is Neurosis?
It seems like every popular TV show has a token neurotic friend character. They're usually portrayed as a little quirky but still endearing. The show's plot points may center around humor or jokes about the character's neuroses or casually toss around mental illness terms such as OCD (Obsessive-compulsive ... Read More
Why Stress Is the Enemy of Creativity
"Stress is the enemy of creativity. Our best work often comes from a state of nonchalance, when our minds are calm." — Will Meier, "The Next Web" People often think of creativity as being the source of art, music, and films, but many people's work requires them to generate new ideas. Trying to do creative work is a ... Read More
Countertransference and Transference: Understanding the Phenomenon to Improve Therapy
Psychoanalytic theory introduced the concepts of transference and countertransference. Today, clinicians use these terms across disciplines and theories to describe the relationship dynamics between professionals and the people they treat. High success rates suggest that psychotherapy can aid clients with depression, ... Read More
5 Touted Benefits of a “Sensory Deprivation Tank”
Does sensory deprivation tank therapy really help reduce depression and anxiety? Float therapy is an alternative treatment for mild depression and anxiety that aims to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and even some medical conditions. But, what does science say about the benefits of short-term sensory ... Read More
What Is Angel Dust?
Angel dust, also known as PCP (phencyclidine), is commonly found as a white powder. This powder may be smoked, eaten, snorted or injected. The drug was first developed as an anesthesia for use during surgery and other medical procedures. When its toxic effects became known, it was quickly removed from use in ... Read More
