The concept of self-compassion has been around for at least 2,500 years, thanks to its roots in Buddhist philosophy, but has enjoyed an enormous resurgence in recent years. Much of this interest stems from research into the psychological benefits of self-compassion and its value as a healthier way of relating to ... 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.
“Work-Life Balance”: Is It Achievable?
It is a hugely popular resolution. Whether at the start of a new year or as an evergreen aspiration, more “work-life balance” is a widely sought-after, self-help goal—but is it even achievable, and if so, what does it look like? For answers to these and other questions, we reached out to Dr. Beau A. Nelson, DBH, LCSW, ... Read More
Drug Profile: Meloxicam – Abuse, Side Effects & Addiction
If you're among the estimated 50 million Americans suffering from chronic pain (according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)), you undoubtedly yearn for an effective way to be pain-free. Among the many choices for pain relief treatment, meloxicam is a prescription-only medication that provides ... Read More
Holiday Intervention Tips from a Certified Interventionist
The holidays are notorious for being rife with addiction and mental health triggers—so much so that holiday interventions are a bit of a running joke. Just ask FHE Health National Outreach Liaison Melissa Davis. In a recent interview, she shared, “A person who is actively showing symptoms of their addiction could be ... Read More
From a Stray to Beloved Therapy Dog: Meet Sergeant Bo, 2023 Winner of the First Responder Paws Award
In December 2023, a mutt by the name of "Sergeant Bo" became the first recipient of FHE Health's First Responder Paws Therapy Dog Award. Quite a bit has happened in Sgt. Bo's life since we first aired his heartwarming story below. ACL surgery in January 2025, then enforced retirement, were an ordeal. That hasn’t ... Read More
What to Know if You Were Drugged: Tips from an Expert
Every year, Americans become victims of a drugging, and some of them lose their lives. The exact number of these crimes is hard to obtain, mainly due to factors like the underreporting on the part of the victims and the highly anecdotal nature of druggings linked to robbery. (These crimes may make headlines in ... Read More
Can You Get Addicted to PEDs? Explore the Risks
Competition in sports can be brutal, and athletes can go to extreme lengths to gain an advantage, even to the point of resorting to performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs). While most people have heard about anabolic steroids, many probably don't know about the health risks and dangers of these drugs. Furthermore, where do ... Read More
What Makes a Good Therapy Dog for First Responders? An Expert’s Take
Last fall, we featured the below interview with Dean Moreno on the question of what makes a good therapy dog for first responders. Moreno, an expert on the topic, is probably best known as Oscar the Therapy Dog’s owner and handler. (Catch Moreno’s exciting news about Oscar.) Since Moreno will again be heading the ... Read More
