The subject of needle exchanges for IV drug users has been controversial since Tacoma, WA, adopted the first such program in 1988. Advocates urged local governments to allow people who inject drugs to get fresh needles as a harm-reduction approach to HIV and other epidemic diseases. Opponents resisted legitimizing the ... 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.
State of the Debate: Probing the Needle Exchange Question
Students in Teletherapy: The Trend on College Campuses
More than 60% of college students report experiencing at least one mental health issue during the academic year, citing reasons such as academic pressure, depression, anxiety and financial difficulties as some of the top problems. As the mental health crisis on college campuses continues to rise, on-site health clinics ... Read More
Green Day Front Man, Billie Joe Armstrong, Speaks Openly About His Addiction Problems
Billie Joe Armstrong is a famous musician known mostly for being the lead singer, guitarist and songwriter for the band Green Day. Armstrong spent decades in the limelight, but he's very publicly struggled with addiction to prescription pills and alcohol. Armstrong's addiction has been on display for all to see, with ... Read More
Can Responses to Stress Be Passed Down Genetically?
In the traditional view of genetics, the things encoded in your genes are distinct traits, such as hair color or whether you have a higher risk for heart disease. Genes from parents, grandparents and more distant ancestors combine to give you those specific traits, and most scientists thought that those genes were ... Read More
Naomi Osaka on Her Mental Health Match
In 2021, famous tennis player Naomi Osaka made international headlines when she withdrew from the 2021 French Open competition due to her struggles with depression and anxiety. Naomi Osaka's mental health has been a frequent topic in interviews ever since, and the athlete doesn't shy away from sharing her struggles ... Read More
Johnny Cash’s Long Struggle with Drugs and Sobriety
Updated March 30, 2019 “I was taking the pills for awhile, and then the pills started taking me.” - Johnny Cash Johnny Cash is one of the most recognized names in music. He was a country singer in the middle of the 20th century, but his name is recognized across musical genres. Cash sang such songs as Ring of ... Read More
Winona Ryder: Anxiety, Over-Medication and Advocacy
In 2003, director Woody Allen wanted to cast Winona Ryder, a well-known actress, in his new movie, "Melinda and Melinda." He thought she would be the perfect fit for the role, but, unfortunately, the insurance company, which would have provided bonding for the production to minimize financial loss, wouldn’t approve ... Read More
How UFC’s Paddy Pimblett is Fighting for Men’s Mental Health
"I'd rather my mate cry on my shoulder than be at his funeral next week." When UFC lightweight Paddy Pimblett won a second-round submission over Jordan Leavitt in June 2022, nobody in the crowd was expecting anything profound from him in the post-fight interview. He had, after all, just choked out his opponent and ... Read More
