Mental health conditions such as bipolar disorder (BD) come with symptoms and side effects that may demand treatment on their own. To provide the most effective intervention, however, the whole picture has to be revealed. For example, in the case of bipolar and sleep disturbance, treating insomnia without understanding ... Read More
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover is an Atlanta-based writer, editor, and author of two books with publishing houses. She has degrees from Yale College and Princeton Theological Seminary.
Public Attitudes Toward Mental Illness
Mental illness has always been a difficult subject for many people to talk about. In ancient times, mental illness was shrouded in mystery and superstition. Beginning in the 19th century, perceptions of mental health shifted between religious and eugenic interpretations. These also informed the treatment approaches for ... Read More
Jamie Lee Curtis on Sobriety and Mental Health
Jamie Lee Curtis is a famous actress known for her roles in several horror and comedy films. But for all you know about the actress, you may not know about her dark past with alcohol and substance abuse. Let's look at everything known about Jamie Lee Curtis' addictions, her sobriety and her comments on her mental ... Read More
The First 24 Hours of Rehab
Inpatient treatment is often key to recovery from a mental health or substance use disorder. Yet going to rehab can be scary. It requires adjusting to a new setting, new schedule, new people, and new habits. The first 24 hours of rehab are especially important in this transition and can understandably involve more ... Read More
Why People Relapse and Secrets to Bouncing Back
Recurrence is a common feature of chronic diseases, including substance use disorders (SUDs). Rates of relapse for SUDs are comparable to those for diabetes, hypertension, and asthma — about 40 to 60 percent, according to the National Institute of Drug Abuse. What really is relapse, why does it happen, and how do ... Read More
Keeping Your Job and Mental Health Treatment
Can you be fired for mental health hospitalization? Among the chief reasons individuals don't seek inpatient care when they're struggling with addiction or mental health is that they're afraid they might lose their jobs, says Janet Gerhard, director of Public and Community Affairs for FHE Health. But the law is ... Read More
Stress Less and Thrive This Season
Episode 10 of The First Responder Families Podcast, with host Ivona Bhahda, Director of Family Services at FHE Health, answered this question: How do you stress less and celebrate more over the holidays? For highlights from the podcast, including some practical tips for managing holiday stress, read on. The Most ... Read More
First Responder Attrition and Burnout: The Mental Health Implications
First responder mental health statistics reveal an epidemic of depression, anxiety and PTSD. Here's a look at the causes and treatment options. First responder mental health statistics reveal a shocking epidemic: According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), around 30% of first ... Read More
