Officials Warn On Xanax and Other BenzodiazepinesAmerica's next drug crisis is already in the early stages. While the opioid crisis is claiming lives all across the country, another class of drugs - Xanax, Valium and Klonopin, are starting to be widely abused. As reported by the Daily Chronicle, imagine it were ... Read More
FHE Commentary
As behavioral health news breaks it is often covered by organizations that may not understand the issue thoroughly or the consequences it will bring. In this section, the industry leading addiction and behavioral health treatment center, FHE Health tackles the current cultural phenomenons and happenings. Behavioral health is complex, and when you need it explained, it helps to have an expert to help you understand.
America’s Next Drug Problem Is Looming
The Crushing Costs of Addiction Rehab
Families Overwhelmed By Cost of Addiction RehabMany families dealing with the overwhelming challenges of taking care of addicted family members also face crushing bills for rehab. As reported by the Wall Street Journal, the addiction crisis that is killing tens of thousands of Americans every year is also creating a ... Read More
I Didn’t Understand What Addiction Does to a Person
Beloved Bronx Teacher Lost His Long Battle With AddictionMatt Azimi, a teacher, was found overdosed in a Bronx Public School last fall. Now, his widow Rachel is speaking out about Matt's life and his struggle with addiction. As reported by PIX 11, Rachel Azimi can't forget the strange car that showed up outside her ... Read More
Human Face of Opioid Epidemic
Interactive Map Humanizes Massive EpidemicAt times, the sheer statistics of the opioid crisis can be overwhelming as tens of thousands have died from every state in the country. Now, as reported by Fast Company, the National Safety Council is adopting an interactive map that brings a face to many of these statistics. ... Read More
AA Versus Going to a Florida Recovery Center
How to Choose Between Rehab vs AA Finding one’s path on the road to recovery can be a difficult and frustrating task. Whether they are struggling with drug or alcohol abuse, finding treatment is the only way to take back control of their lives. Whether they decide to seek help at a rehab facility vs AA, this decision ... Read More
Neuro Breakthrough Sheds Light on Curbing Addiction
Neuro breakthrough uncovers potential pathway for curbing addiction Most neurologic research in the addiction field focuses on neurons and how their receptors are blocked or activated by drug use. However, researchers at University of Buffalo noticed some interesting data which suggested that glial cells may play a ... Read More
Virtual Reality Could Help Fight Addiction
Virtual tech could help train the brain to fight addictionVirtual reality is gaining in power, with each generation of gear unleashing new levels of engagement impact. Now, health educators and psychologists are exploring whether or not this new power could be used not only for entertainment, but also for helping to ... Read More
“This Might Hurt” – Hospitals Brace Patients for Pain
As opioid crisis grows, hospitals rethink pain management strategiesAs healthcare providers face relentless cost pressures, and fight for high patient satisfaction scores - one of the key mantras has been to make sure patients are as comfortable as possible. While obviously a worthy goal, what this mindset has meant in ... Read More