Janis Joplin and drugs have long been associated with each other. Learn about her epic rise to fame and tragic downfall due to substance abuse. She may have only had 27 years, but there's no doubt rock star Janis Joplin's legacy will live on forever. Unfortunately, Joplin lost her life to a heroin overdose in 1970 ... 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.
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“Recovery Ready” Workplaces: How to Join the Movement
When recovering from a substance use disorder, working in an environment where addiction or mental health topics aren't discussed can feel isolating. This can make connecting with others difficult, further impacting well-being and causing additional issues, such as reduced motivation and work performance. However, when ... Read More
Minority Mental Health Resources
Learn about minority behavioral mental health resources. This can help you find culturally sensitive counseling and therapy that help improve your well-being. Mental illness can affect anyone, but people from diverse populations often experience greater impacts. Minority communities can face additional pressures due ... Read More
Writing Therapy
Writing can be an invaluable tool in your road to recovery after you've been through drug and alcohol detox treatments at a medical detox facility and addiction recovery center. Writing therapy involves journaling thoughts and feelings to manage emotions and reduce stress. Also known as therapeutic or expressive ... Read More
Tom Holland on the Web of Alcohol Addiction
Tom Holland may play a nearly perfect superhero in the Spider-Man movies, but in real life, the actor is no stranger to personal challenges. In recent years, the actor has shared that he's personally struggled with alcohol addiction and is proud to live a sober life now. Let's take a closer look at Tom Holland's ... Read More
Why Employee Wellness Programs Don’t Work
Employee wellness programs are becoming increasingly popular with employers that hope to encourage employees to live healthier lifestyles, thereby reducing absenteeism and health care costs and making the workforce more productive. But do wellness programs work? Recent data suggests they might not be the simple ... Read More
How Florida Is Spending Opioid Settlement Funds
The federal government has given states millions to address the opioid crisis. Each awarded state can independently decide how it uses the funds to better its community. Let's take a look at the Florida opioid settlement, as a state advisory committee there recently announced its plan for opioid crisis funding. The ... Read More
State of the Debate: Probing the Needle Exchange Question
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
