Teletherapy makes therapy more accessible and convenient for people who struggle to attend in-person appointments. Teletherapy has many benefits, but it differs significantly from traditional therapy sessions. It's vital to know what steps to take to get the most out of your appointments and make them just as valuable ... 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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How to Get the Most Out of Teletherapy
Is Anxiety a Disability? What Protections Are There?
Anxiety disorders are characterized by excessive, disruptive and uncontrollable worry and fear over day-to-day situations. Affecting nearly a fifth of the population, these disorders represent the most common mental illnesses in the United States, with about 23 percent of females and 14 percent of males meeting the ... Read More
Starting to Make Amends with Family and Friends
For the 10% of Americans who will at some point live with addiction, it's common to think — or believe for the sake of rationalization — that no one else is at risk. Unfortunately, this is far from the truth. Addiction hurts many people, from family members sharing a home or relying on financial support to romantic ... Read More
What Is Separation Anxiety – and Who Can Experience It?
Stop negative thoughts with these five CBT techniques. Learn how to recognize cognitive distortions and develop more positive ways of thinking. Positive thinking makes it easier to stay focused, sleep better, cope with stress and stay away from drugs and alcohol. With some practice and a few CBT techniques, you can ... Read More
Tourettes: The Mental Health Challenges
Tourette syndrome (TS) is a condition of the central nervous system that causes an individual to have tics. These tics manifest as uncontrollable twitches, sudden movements or sounds, such as grunts. The disease was first identified in the early 19th century by the French neurologist Georges Gilles de la Tourette. ... Read More
Male Actors and Pressures to Conform with Body Standards
The popularity of the Barbie movie brought back old debates about beauty standards in mainstream media. Female beauty standards are well discussed. In the book The All-Consuming Nation: Chasing the American Dream Since World War II, author Mark H. Lytle notes that if Barbie were real, she would have a BMI of 16.24, ... Read More
Romantic Relationships in Recovery: When Are You Ready?
The term "recovery" can include the entire drug rehabilitation process, beginning with the first day of sobriety. Early recovery usually refers specifically to the detoxification and maintenance phases of treatment, when it can be difficult to determine if it's a good time to be in a romantic relationship. Addiction ... Read More
Understanding the Causes and Impact of Brain Fog
If you've ever felt like your brain's running in slow motion or you just can't focus, you could have brain fog. There are many different brain fog causes, and the symptoms can be quite debilitating. Finding strategies to manage the symptoms of brain fog can make life easier while you're recovering from the underlying ... Read More
