Rehab Explained

Benzodiazepines are a versatile medication with the ability to treat multiple symptoms by affecting the central nervous system. The broad group of drugs that comprise benzodiazepines can target different functions, act at different speeds, and affect the body for varying lengths of time. Due to each of our unique ... Read More

Derived from the coca plant, cocaine is a powerfully stimulating, extremely addictive drug that acts as a triple reuptake inhibitor by elevating levels of dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain. The addictiveness of cocaine is attributed to its powerful effect on the brain's mesolimbic reward ... Read More

Both men and women engage in problem drinking and drug use, but statistics demonstrate that men do it more frequently than women. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “men are almost two times more likely to binge drink than women” and “among drivers in fatal motor-vehicle traffic crashes, men are almost twice ... Read More

Addiction and recovery are commonly oversimplified. People often think that if someone admits that they have a problem with addiction, that's the only remaining barrier to getting clean and undergoing successful recovery. In actuality, there are many reasons why recovery from substance addiction is extremely ... Read More

Life for a frequent meth user has more downsides than upsides. There's the constant search for meth to satisfy the cravings and addiction. There's also likely to be serious physical and psychological damage from nonstop meth use. Besides a devastating effect on the overall quality of life, for the addicted meth user, ... Read More

Can drinking alcohol cause cancer? Does smoking marijuana increase your risk of developing cancer? There’s a well-established link between cancer and drug addiction. Though most people recognize the psychological and physical damage these substances can create, many don't think of the risk of cancer as a result of ... Read More

Estate planning is a complicated process, even for those with modest assets. The question of how to allocate assets, protect assets and provide for children and grandchildren is a deeply personal situation and will vary greatly from one family to another. Standard steps, like drafting wills, are recommended for ... Read More

Choosing to enter a detox program is an enormous decision that can help you break free of harmful addictions and recover the life you once had. At FHE Health, we work with every patient to design a regimen to meet their specific needs using cutting-edge therapies. We work with patients from young adults to senior ... Read More