A look back on 2019 drug trends in Florida reveals patterns of substance use across the state as well as some new drugs emerging on the scene. Although there continue to be statewide declines in cigarette smoking and alcohol abuse, vaping rates have risen and new designer drugs have emerged. 2019 Overview Florida ... Read More
Trouble Sleeping, Constant Fatigue and Other Signs of an Anxiety Disorder
We've all had those weeks when we feel overly tired, can't sleep, and feel down but aren't entirely sure why. There's a looming feeling of unease, but there doesn't seem to be a source. Then, a vicious cycle of sleep anxiety takes over. An individual can't sleep, which makes them anxious, and that anxiety causes more ... Read More
5 Steps for Finding a Sponsor
In Alcoholics Anonymous, finding a sponsor is a critical step in completing the 12 steps to recovery. However, it's not always easy to find and connect with a sponsor to support your sobriety journey once you complete treatment at FHE Health. What is an AA Sponsor? An AA sponsor is a person who's completed the 12 ... Read More
Generational Shifts in Drinking – How Do Millennials Stack Up?
The United States has long been accused of having an unhealthy culture surrounding alcohol consumption. While children overseas are introduced to alcohol gradually and as a normal part of life, American youth are taught that alcohol is dangerous and illicit... until one day, it isn't. This, combined with the huge ... Read More
Anxiety After Drinking: Can Drinking Create and Increase Depression?
Millions of Americans drink alcohol, sometimes to excess, sometimes to the extent that they develop into heavy drinkers, become alcohol dependent, or progress to alcohol use disorder (AUD). Some have a co-occurring mental health disorder such as depression or anxiety. Yet, whether they have depression to begin with or ... Read More
Getting Treatment for Alcoholism
Finding treatment options for alcoholism does not have to be a challenge. Experts agree that recovering from alcohol addiction can be as painful and difficult as it is when recovering from drugs or other substances. The staff at FHE Health wants to make it easier for you to begin your journey to healthy living. Tips ... Read More
Coping with Loneliness While Working Remotely
A typical day for a working American in 2020 may be spent alone. You might get up in the morning and make yourself a cup of coffee or tea before reading through the news feed online. Perhaps you're working remotely, or maybe you're one of the millions who have lost their job. Maybe you'll set out for a walk ... Read More
Bollywood Celebrity Suicide Spurs Mental Health Reckoning
Bollywood is a glamorous world of beautiful actors, fast lifestyles and the latest fashions. However, recent tragic incidents, such as Sushant Singh Rajput's suicide, have spotlighted Bollywood mental health. Unlike Hollywood, where celebrities have embraced discussing mental health issues and seeking professional ... Read More
