This Father’s Day, we reached out to some of our alumni for their reflections about their fathers. We asked questions like: In what ways has your dad supported your mental health journey and contributed to your recovery? What are you most grateful for in your relationship with your dad? What have you learned ... 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.
How Heroin Affects the Brain: A Guide to Recovery
Heroin is a powerful drug that has an intense impact on brain chemistry. Its side effects can be immediate and devastating, causing long-term cognitive damage that makes quitting the drug very difficult. Understanding how heroin affects the brain is the first step toward healing for individuals and families navigating ... Read More
Heroin Side Effects, Signs, and Symptoms
Heroin use and withdrawal can bring on flu-like symptoms and increased irritability, and it's often misinterpreted as common illnesses. Recognizing these signs is important, as they can point to dependence or withdrawal. In this article, we look at the physical and psychological symptoms of heroin use and highlight the ... Read More
Emotional Suppression in Men
Being able to express emotions is a vital aspect of mental health, healthy relationships, and overall well-being. Unfortunately, this valuable skill isn't nurtured in everyone. Boys and men in particular are often denied the tools and support they need to understand, express, and manage their emotions in a healthy, ... Read More
What to Expect During Heroin Detox
For those overcoming heroin addiction, a medical detox program is the first step in treatment. During this initial phase, the individual receives medically tailored support and supervision as they begin their recovery journey. At FHE Health, we recognize the courage and dedication it takes to break the cycle of ... Read More
Healing from the Trauma of Sexual Assault
Every 68 seconds, someone in this country is sexually assaulted, according to the Department of Justice’s National Crime Victimization Survey; and nine out of 10 survivors of sexual assault are women, the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network has said. The mental health consequences of this type of trauma, as the ... Read More
The Power of Practicing Mindfulness
Mindfulness and mindfulness meditation can be especially beneficial for those affected by chronic or post-traumatic stress. In this episode of the First Responder Families Podcast, you’ll get an introduction to mindfulness meditation and related practices. Show host Ivona Bhadha, a trauma therapist who works with first ... Read More
The Dramatic Drop in Fentanyl Deaths: An Expert’s Take
Fentanyl deaths are down substantially in every state and the District of Columbia. That is the finding of researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. They analyzed overdose records from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and discovered to their great surprise that fatal overdoses from ... Read More
