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
10 Healthy Habits of Mentally Fit Men
With so much focus on physical appearances, people often put their mental health to the side. But, just like society admires those who upkeep a strong physique, there's something undeniably impressive about mentally tough people. Some people seem to be able to utilize their mental acuity better. But how do they do it? ... Read More
What Are Poppers? Everything You Need To Know About Alkyl Nitrites
(This article was updated on December 18, 2024 and contains information from our previous blog on poppers) What Are Poppers? The word 'poppers' is a slang term used to describe a type of chemical that is often inhaled as a recreational drug. Also known as "alkyl nitrites," "butyl nitrate," "isobutyl nitrite," and ... Read More
Alumni Outlook: Surviving the Holidays 2020
Entering recovery means you are setting yourself up for a lot of ‘firsts’. Some are amazing and fill you with gratitude, others are difficult and cause a lot of fear. Your first winter holiday season in recovery will usually gear towards the difficult side. Throw in the monkey wrench that is Covid-19 and we have a set ... Read More
