Numerous studies have shown that exercise isn't just good for physical health— it's an important part of mental health as well. Unfortunately, for those living with depression, an illness characterized by lethargy and a lack of motivation, sticking to a workout program may not feel realistic. It can be hard to keep ... 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.
How to Get Motivated for the Gym When Depression Says “No”
Extra Life: Video Game Addiction Statistics
Video gaming is an $18 billion dollar industry in the United States. People play to relax, meet new friends, and, of course, to win. The hobby also offers a number of benefits: Playing games can hone decision-making skills, boost memory, sharpen reflexes, and improve multitasking ability. But gaming can also have a ... Read More
Ecstasy Purity Across the U.S.: Red, White, and Blue Pills
Updated April 2, 2019 It may sometimes be referred to as the “love drug” or the “hug drug," but ecstasy around the world is getting stronger, deadlier, and even more popular than ever, leading many to struggle with ecstasy addiction. In reality, pure ecstasy should include only one ingredient: MDMA. Instead, ... Read More
5 Ways a Sober Man Is What Women Want
Women tend to like men who are dependable and who can enjoy life with them. Some women also want to have a man who is successful. While these attributes usually aren't associated with men who have an alcohol use disorder, there are men who have had problems with alcohol and gone on to be very successful. There are ... Read More
How to Navigate Beer Buddies and Male Pressures to Drink
Getting together with buddies at the bar is so heavily ingrained in some male friendships that it's almost assumed to be healthy and normal. The practice is so common that—at least in some work environments and communities —it has come to embody "what everybody does" and is dismissed as "happy-go-lucky," "harmless" ... Read More
Toolbox for Mental Health During the Holidays
Struggling with mental health and the holidays go hand in hand for many people. Our mental health toolbox can help you manage your mental health during this challenging holiday season. The holidays are meant to be a time to bring people together, to celebrate and to give thanks. But for someone struggling with ... Read More
How Marijuana Purity and Strength Have Increased Exponentially
Between 1995 and 2015, tests evaluating levels of THC in illegal pot confiscated by the U.S. DEA discovered these levels had risen from four percent (1995) to 12 percent (2015). Another study examining THC amounts in pot over the past 20 years found that THC percentages and potency had increased by nearly 215 percent. ... Read More
How Does Alcohol Impact Libido?
Eddie loves to party. He and his friends go out every weekend and drink away the time from Friday night to Monday morning. Most of his guy friends are single, so they don't mind spending their weekends this way. But Eddie met a girl recently — Leah — who's shown interest in him. They've gone on a few dates, and things ... Read More