Substance use prevention focuses on reducing factors that increase the likelihood of problematic substance use while strengthening protective factors such as family connection, healthy coping skills, education and early support. Families can help by talking openly about alcohol and drugs, setting clear expectations, ... Read More
National Recovery Month: A Celebration for All
September is National Recovery Month. This annual observance is dedicated to celebrating people in recovery and raising awareness that treatment and recovery from substance use and mental health conditions are possible. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) uses the month to promote ... Read More
National Recovery Month: Why Recovery Stories Matter
Every September, National Recovery Month gives communities an opportunity to recognize those in recovery and the work that makes it possible. It's also a time to listen to the people who have been through it. Recovery stories can put a human face on addiction and mental health challenges, helping others see that change ... Read More
Ketamine and Suicide Prevention
Standard antidepressants can take several weeks to provide meaningful relief. Ketamine for suicidal thoughts has attracted attention because it can reduce severe symptoms much faster. It doesn't replace emergency support or ongoing care, but it can fill an important gap for some people. Understanding Suicidal ... Read More
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: What to Know
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. It's a time to look for warning signs, talk openly about suicide and help connect people at risk with support. If you're experiencing distress or thinking about suicide, call or text 988 or use the 988 Lifeline chat for confidential help, free of charge. Why ... Read More
Is Drinking Alcohol a Sin? What the Bible Says About Drinking
Alcohol is a common part of social life, and for many people of faith it raises a real spiritual question. It's also a serious health issue: about 9.7% of people ages 12 and older — roughly 27.9 million Americans — had a past-year alcohol use disorder, according to SAMHSA's 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and ... Read More
TMS for Treatment-Resistant Depression
Nearly 6% of all adults have some type of depression, a mental health condition that causes persistent sadness and feelings of emptiness. Many of those people take medications to control their symptoms. In some cases, medication isn't enough to help with major depressive disorder. That's why FHE Health offers ... Read More
Minority Mental Health Awareness Month: Barriers to Care in BIPOC Communities
July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. The Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) community faces unique challenges when it comes to mental health. Being aware of these challenges is the first step towards reducing inequality in mental health care. Members of the BIPOC community face many barriers ... Read More
