Over the past few decades, we've taken major steps forward when it comes to acknowledging the damage that mental health issues have on society and expanding access to quality treatment. With an increase in awareness, there will naturally be an increase in treatment options. In this piece, we're going to be discussing ... 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.
Five Reasons Amphetamines Fail as Study Meds
Anyone who has spent time in a competitive academic setting has probably heard about amphetamines and the rumor that they boost student performance. That is because hardcore, studious types and last-minute procrastinators alike often use so-called "smart" or "study" drugs like Adderall for this very purpose. But do ... Read More
Why There’s Hope for Healing: An Interview with Executive Director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Broward County
NAMI Broward County is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. At the helm of NAMI Broward County, and a trusted partner of FHE Health in responding to the mental health needs of our community and greater ... Read More
A Must-Read List for Family Members in Recovery
Navigating the addiction of a loved one is never easy, particularly for those new to the process of substance abuse and recovery. It's not uncommon to feel unsure of how to help, especially when tough situations like relapse occur. Parents may blame themselves, friends may pull away and family members may say the wrong ... Read More
What Are the Dangers of Combining Benzos and Alcohol?
Benzodiazepines and alcohol are both central nervous system depressants and are highly addictive. The main reason why people combine benzos and alcohol is that they have developed tolerance to either alcohol or benzos. Tolerance to an addictive substance means your brain and body demand more of the substance to get ... Read More
Impulse Control Disorders – What Are They?
Humans are impulsive creatures by nature. In some cases, those impulses let the individual take hold of an opportunity that may otherwise pass them by. Impulses can even be life-saving, letting the individual act quickly to get out of a dangerous situation. On the flipside, impulses can lead to damaged relationships, ... Read More
CBT: 5 Thought Stopping Techniques For Anxiety or Negative Thoughts
Healthy rational thinking makes it easier to stay focused, to sleep better, to cope with stress and to stay away from drugs and alcohol. With some practice and a few thought-stopping techniques, you can learn how to stop negative thoughts the minute they come up. Five Thought-Stopping Techniques According to ... Read More
Is There a Vaccine for Opioid Addiction?
For the past several years, not just in the wake of COVID, the news has been filled with talk of vaccines. We debate their use on social media, follow news reports about the efficacy of certain vaccines, and eagerly await updates about new vaccines to treat a wide range of health conditions. The news, now, of course, ... Read More
