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Somewhere during our interview, Sonny Silva paused to paint this frightening scenario: Imagine that a major fight breaks out in the chow hall, and one inmate is stabbing someone on one side of the hall while another set of individuals are stabbing each other on the other side of the mess hall. There are 200 inmates in ... Read More

Updated June 21, 2024 Sometimes going “no contact” with a loved one is necessary for the sake of a person’s mental health, yet discerning when and how to do that can be difficult. For some people, cutting off ties with a close friend or family member seems extreme, even though circumstances may call for it. For ... Read More

“Personalized care,” a bit of a buzzword, is a best practice in behavioral healthcare. In its more basic sense, it is treatment for the whole person and their specific needs. What does that mean, though, and what might it look like in practice? What is a personalized treatment plan, and what components should one look ... Read More

Its initial use was for epilepsy in the late 1990’s, via an implantable device in the neck. Since then, “vagus nerve stimulation” (VNS) has shown much wider therapeutic promise, including as a non-invasive treatment for PTSD, depression, and substance addiction. That is why FHE Health, in its mission to revolutionize ... Read More

When a relationship is healthy, it is characterized by honesty, respect, trust, and open communication. Partners support one another and know how and when to compromise. Mental health is another very important factor in healthy relationships. It can play a role in determining the overall health of a relationship. It ... Read More

More people than ever are turning to therapy for help with various issues, but fitting it into a busy work schedule can be challenging. Sometimes, managing therapy within the constraints of work duties and commitments can seem like an impossible task. That can be a barrier to getting the help one needs to feel better, ... Read More

What constitutes a performance-enhancing drug? That question continues to spark vigorous debate. The off-label use of beta blockers in recent years is one example. These drugs have made their way into many arenas where people must perform or compete: Athletes use beta blockers to reduce anxiety and steady their ... Read More

When FHE Health Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Beau Nelson talks about women, perfectionism and social media, it quickly becomes apparent that he knows a thing or two about the topic, having dealt with it firsthand. Dr. Nelson has experience in the area of treating body image issues and eating disorders— conditions that ... Read More