According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 13% of American adults use antidepressants. They're beneficial in helping people struggling with depression alleviate the symptoms, but many people considering the prospect of using these drugs worry about feeling emotionally numb when taking ... Read More
Reinventing Family Traditions in the Virtual Era
As we inch closer to the “most wonderful time of the year,” most of us are unsure how we will maintain the holiday family traditions that matter the most. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed everyday life as we know it. Vulnerable populations - including your older relatives - may not be able to gather with you for the ... 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
Holiday Season Recovery Toolbox: 2020 Edition
2020 has been an interesting and difficult year for everyone. The pandemic started, and most of us believed it would only last a few weeks or months. Here we are - almost an entire year later - and it looks like we may be heading back into a shutdown just in time for the holidays. COVID-19, an election year, mental ... Read More
In Gratitude for You at This Time of Year— A Holiday Survival Guide for Essential Workers
This Thanksgiving season, we at FHE Health are taking a moment to express our enormous debt of gratitude to the essential workers who have helped get us through this year that will live on in infamy. You’ve gone to heroic lengths to continue to provide the essential services that our communities depend on. As our way ... Read More
Drug Tolerance vs. Dependence and Addiction: What Are The Differences?
There is a significant difference between tolerance and dependence. By understanding this difference, it is possible for an individual living with drug addiction to see where they are and to take the best possible treatment path for their needs. Are you dependent? If so, seek out care immediately. Drug Tolerance ... Read More
Inside the Mind of a Person Who Has Anxiety
Annabella used to love being out around people. She was the life of the party and always had fun. But recently, she's started to avoid going out into social situations. She gets nervous and starts to sweat when she thinks about leaving the house. She knows something is wrong, but she isn't sure what. She doesn't know ... Read More
Adapting to a Change of Plans this Holiday Season Without Sacrificing Sobriety
A few days ago, I had to have a tough conversation with the kids. I had to explain that most likely Thanksgiving wouldn’t be the usual festive gathering, filled with the laughter of our huge Italian family. Their reluctance and immediate imaginative solutions warmed my heart but also ignited the reality of this ... Read More
