As the holidays approach, it's time to start thinking about New Year's resolutions. For many people, the first day of January is a natural starting point for a new project. Some people want to start exercising; others see it as an opportunity to begin a new language or learn a new skill. For many people, the first ... Read More
On-Demand Brain Stimulation: The New Frontier in Treating Depression
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a serious mental illness impacting millions of adults in the U.S. Symptoms of MDD, such as feeling worthless, hopeless, and suicidal, are often severe enough to prevent a person from working, going to school, or taking care of family responsibilities. The National Institutes of ... Read More
What a Typical Admissions Call Is Like
This article featured Donny Martinelli, our former Director of Admissions. Meet Zack Traynor, our new Director of Admissions here! Treatment for a mental health issue like anxiety, depression, or addiction typically begins with a phone call. Whether it is made by the individual seeking treatment or a concerned ... Read More
Severity of Alcohol Withdrawal Depends on This Scale
More than 18% of American adults are living with alcohol use disorder, which may be moderate, severe or in remission. If you drink heavily, your body can become dependent on regular doses of alcohol in order to function. While stopping problem drinking is generally a good idea, suddenly stopping can cause serious ... Read More
Is It Possible to Overdose on Edibles?
For many people, especially regular users, the notion that you can overdose on marijuana is something of a joke. That is because marijuana does not typically present the same level of physical harm as drugs like heroin, methamphetamine, and cocaine. And, there is some truth to the idea that overdose is not a serious ... Read More
FHE Health Donates $10,000 for Second Therapy Dog for Local First Responders
This month FHE Health drew local news coverage when it donated $10,000 to support the training of a second therapy dog for Broward County first responders. The presentation of the $10,000 check occurred in a ceremony at Broward IAFF Union Hall on December 10. Firefighter Dean Moreno and his yellow lab Oscar, ... Read More
What Explains Addiction? Theories of Addiction and Drug Abuse
Addiction is a multifaceted issue that about one in 10 U.S. adults experience. It can stem from a range of factors, from environment and personality to genetics and neurological causes. Addressing the root causes of an individual's substance use is an essential part of addiction treatment. By understanding the ... Read More
Benzos: Basic Facts and Famous Cases of Abuse
What Are Benzos? Benzodiazepines, also known as "benzos," are a class of synthetic prescription drugs that are commonly used to treat both acute and chronic anxiety. First developed in the 1950s, these drugs work by binding to gamma-aminobutyric acid-A, or GABA-A, neurotransmitters within the brain, which helps to ... Read More