Ibuprofen and Its Effect on the Body Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that serves as a popular, over-the-counter, non-addictive alternative to opioid painkillers. It's commonly used to relieve pain, including muscle pain, minor injuries, headaches, toothaches, fever, and in higher doses, ... Read More
Learning Center
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.
Ibuprofen and Alcohol: What You Need to Know About the Dangerous Side Effects
Drinking Alone: It it a Sign of Alcoholism?
Does Drinking Alone Mean You're an Alcoholic? Drinking alone in moderation and only occasionally is not a symptom of alcohol abuse. Many people enjoy drinking a couple of beers, glasses of wine or mixed drinks in the evening after a particularly stressful day. The myth that drinking alone means you have an alcohol ... Read More
Benzedrine: Drug Profile
Benzedrine is a type of amphetamine that was a prescription drug used as a decongestant as early as 1932. Often used as an inhalant, Benzedrine works well to clear the nasal passageways. At first, no one recognized the high risk of addiction that came with the use of this drug. Made popular for many reasons, including ... Read More
How to Help a Spouse or Partner with Depression
Recognizing a Partner with Depression Six months ago, Michael's mother Gabby died within just three weeks of being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Michael had always been close to his mother, a single parent, and the suddenness of her death devastated him. Michael's partner, Rob, understood that it would take a ... Read More
How to Get Someone to Go to Rehab Against Their Will
Rehabilitation is usually critical to successful, long-term recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. In many cases, getting clean without professional interference is challenging, if not impossible, making access to a treatment center a top priority. The only problem? It's often hard to convince someone living in ... Read More
Drug Profile: What Is a Depressant and What Does It Do?
Depressants, also called central nervous system depressants, are a type of prescription medication used for treating anxiety, acute stress reactions, or panic disorders. They work to slow down the brain’s activity and include sedatives, hypnotics and tranquilizers. Here's a closer look at what depressants are and how ... Read More
What to Say to Someone Facing Addiction
As common as addictions are, they're still not a topic that many people are comfortable openly discussing. When an individual's friend comes to them to talk about a spouse or child who's living with a substance use disorder, it's hard to know what to say. It can feel like there's a delicate balance between being ... Read More
Step 1 of AA: “Powerlessness”, the First of the 12-step Journey
The journey to recovery often begins with a single step, and for millions of individuals battling alcohol addiction through the Alcoholic Anonymous Pathway, the first step is known as "1st Step AA" or "Step One AA." It involves acknowledging one's powerlessness over alcohol. In the words of the authors of AA's Big ... Read More